Balluff BAM MD-VS-001-0002, Operation Manual

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Introduction
Balluff BVS HS-P Family
Industrial Handheld Barcode Readers
As with other types of batteries, Lithium-Ion (LI) batteries will lose capacity over time. Capacity
deterioration is noticeable after one year of service whether the battery is in use or not. It is difficult
to precisely predict the finite life of a LI battery, but cell manufacturers rate them at 500 charge
cycles. In other words, the batteries should be expected to take 500 full discharge / charge cycles
before needing replacement. This number is higher if partial discharging / recharging is adhered
to rather than full / deep discharging,
The typical manufacturer advertised useful life of LI batteries is one to three years, depending on
usage and number of charges, etc., after which they should be removed from service, especially
in mission critical applications. Do not continue to use a battery that is showing excessive loss of
capacity, it should be properly recycled / disposed of and replaced. For most applications, batter-
ies should be replaced after one year of service to maintain customer satisfaction and minimize
safety concerns.
WARNING
Do not discharge the battery using any device except for the reader. When
the battery is used in devices other than the designated product, it may
damage the battery or reduce its life expectancy. If the device causes an
abnormal current to flow, it may cause the battery to become hot, explode or
ignite and cause serious injury.
Lithium-ion battery packs may get hot, explode or ignite and cause serious
injury if exposed to abusive conditions. Be sure to follow the safety warnings
listed below:
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Do not place the battery pack in fire or heat.
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Do not connect the positive terminal and negative terminal of the battery
pack to each other with any metal object (such as wire).
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Do not carry or store the battery pack together with metal objects.
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Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with a hammer, step on it
or otherwise subject it to strong impacts or shocks.
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Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.
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Do not expose the battery pack to liquids, or allow the battery to get wet.
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Do not apply voltages to the battery pack contacts.
In the event the battery pack leaks and the fluid gets into your eye, do not
rub the eye. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left
untreated, the battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.
CAUTION
Always charge the battery at 0° - 40°C temperature range.
Use only the authorized power supplies, battery pack, chargers, and docks
supplied by your Balluff reseller. The use of any other power supplies can
damage the device and void your warranty.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery. The battery contains safety and
protection devices, which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate
heat, explode or ignite.
Do not place the battery in or near fire, on stoves or other high temperature
locations.
Do not place the battery in direct sunlight, or use or store the battery inside
cars in hot weather. Doing so may cause the battery to generate heat,
explode or ignite. Using the battery in this manner may also result in a loss of
performance and a shortened life expectancy.
Do not place the battery in microwave ovens, high-pressure containers or on
induction cookware.
Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging or storing
the battery, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes color or
shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.
Do not replace the battery pack when the device is turned on.
Do not remove or damage the battery pack’s label.
Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any part.
Battery pack usage by children should be supervised.