BW Technologies CONNEX1, Operator'S Manual

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ConneX1 Operator’s Manual
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Charging the Rechargeable Battery
WARNING
The battery must be charged in a safe area that is free of hazards and
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If the battery is charged outside of the charging temperature
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To charge the battery, refer to Figure 13 and the following procedures.
1. Press and hold to deactivate the detector.
NOTE
The time required to charge will increase if the detector is activated.
2. Plug the charger into an AC outlet.
CAUTION
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charging adapter outside your region will damage both the charger
and the detector.
16.1.1 Optimum Battery Operation
To ensure maximum use of the battery, perform the following:
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To obtain full operating capacity, allow the battery to fully charge and
discharge.
s To achieve the maximum number of charges, ensure the battery is
charged between 5°C and 40°C (41°F and 104°F). Do not charge
the battery in temperatures above 40°C (104°F) or below 5°C (32°F).
If the battery is charged outside of the charging temperature
specifications, a charging error will result.
16.1.2 Rechargeable Battery Capacity
A rechargeable battery’s runtime decreases approximately 20% over a two-year
period of typical use.
To maximize the battery’s capacity over its lifetime, charge the battery at 20°C.