Cardinal Health Alaris 8000 Series, Directions For Use Manual

Page: 50 / 378

1-40
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Alaris
®
System Directions for Use
PC Unit Section
Battery Charge
• The PC Unit is shipped with the battery in a discharged
condition.
• Before the PC Unit is released for use, it should be plugged
into a hospital grade
AC
outlet and the battery charged for
at least
8
hours. This will ensure proper battery operation
when the Alaris
®
System is first set up for patient use.
• Whenever possible, leave the power cord connected to an
external
AC
power source while operating the instrument.
The battery capacity should be checked at least once every
6
months. Reference the Alaris
®
System Technical Service
Manual for test and replacement procedures.
If the PC Unit is to be stored at temperatures in excess of
86
°
F
(
30
°
C
) for
1
or more months, the battery should be removed
and placed in an environment of
50
-
86
°
F
(
10
-
30
°
C
).
Battery Care
The PC Unit is equipped with a
12
volt,
4000
mAh nickel metal
hydride battery. The battery is charging whenever the
instrument is plugged into an
AC
receptacle. The life
expectancy of the battery is dependent on the amount of use,
the depth of discharge, and the state of the charge that is
maintained. Generally, the battery will have the longest life if
the instrument is plugged in and battery use is infrequent.
Frequent use of battery power and insufficient battery charge
cycles will significantly decrease the life of the battery.
The quality of the battery is also a significant factor in
determining battery life and runtime. The battery cannot be
repaired and should not be opened. Replace the battery with
the same type, size and voltage rating. Use of any other
brand may yield poor performance and is not recommended.
Batteries should be charged in a room with a temperature
between
50
-
80.6
°
F
(
10
-
27
°
C
), to minimize charge time and
maximize battery life.
Battery Care and Maintenance
Battery Type and Charging