Maintenance
TAM-242/252/262 Installation and Operating Manual
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Chapter 4
– Maintenance
CAUTION: THERE IS THE RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY PACK IS
REPLACED BY ONE THAT IS NOT SUPPLIED BY EMS GLOBAL TRACKING, OR
IF THE BATTERY PACK IS ABUSED OR DISPOSED OF INCORRECTLY.
OBSERVE BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION PRESENT UNDER GENERAL
SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE iii.
WARNING:
The TAM-242 requires no specific maintenance. The device contains static
sensitive parts. There are no user-serviceable parts or fuses inside the device. Refer
servicing only to qualified service personnel.
Note
: Prolonged storage of the unit at high temperatures may cause premature ageing of the battery,
resulting in a reduced battery capacity. The unit should be stored below 40°C where possible.
Dust and finger marks can be removed using a soft damp cloth. Avoid using domestic cleaning
products.
Charging the Battery
Caution:
The unit should only be recharged whilst the key switch is in the off position. The unit will
not transmit if switched on whilst recharging. Please refer to Switching Off the Terminal on page 9.
Caution:
Only recharge using the supplied charger.
Note
: The unit must be fully charged before deployment to enable accurate reporting of the
remaining battery charge capacity. Charging time for a discharged unit will typically be 6 to 8 hours.
To recharge the battery connect the unit to the charger. When discharged the charging time will
typically be 6 to 8 hours. Whilst the unit is charging the LED will either flash to indicate the battery
charge status, or illuminated solid red or orange to indicate a fault. Charge status is indicated as per
the following table:
LED Status
Battery Charge Level
Flashing - Red
Low <90%
Flashing - Green
Charged >90%
Please refer to Operational Status on page 10 for more information on the LED functions.
