DIRECTION 5854713-100, REVISION 2
VENUE FIT™ SERVICE MANUAL
5-16
Chapter 5 - Components and Function (Theory)
P R E L I M I N A R Y
NOTE:
Before removing or inserting the Battery, perform system shut-down and disconnect the AC power
cable from the Venue Fit™ ultrasound scanner.
NOTE:
The lithium ion technology used in the system's battery is significantly less hazardous to the
environment than the lithium metal technology used in some other batteries.
NOTE:
The battery is designed to be replaced every 2 years.
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Do
not
disassemble or alter it. Charge the batteries only when the ambient temperature is
between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F) and discharge the batteries between -20 °C and
50 °C (-4 °F and 122 °F).
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Do
not
short-circuit the battery by directly connecting the battery terminals with metal objects.
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Do
not
heat the battery or incinerate.
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Do
not
expose the battery to temperature over 60 °C (140 °F). Keep it away from fire and
other heat sources.
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Do
not
charge the battery near a heat source, e.g. fire or heaters.
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Do
not
leave the battery in direct sunlight.
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Do
not
pierce the battery with a sharp object, hit it, or step on it.
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Do
not
use a damaged battery. Do not solder a battery.
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Do
not
connect the battery to an electrical outlet.
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Do
not
immerse the battery in water or allow it to get wet.
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Do
not
put the battery into a microwave oven or pressurized container. If the battery leaks or
emits an odor, remove it from all possible flammable sources.
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If the battery emits an odor or heat, is deformed or discolored, or in a way appears abnormal
during use, recharging or storage, immediately remove it and stop using it.
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If you have any questions about the battery, consult GE or your local representative.
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Recommended storage conditions of battery pack:
Short term
(less than one month):
0 °C (32 °F)
to 50 °C (122 °F)
Long term
(more than three months): -20 °C (-4 °F) to 20 °C (68 °F).
5-9-3-2
Battery Chargers Requirements
The C-FEB contains a battery charger for charging the battery pack.
The Battery charger is activated once the External AC-DC Supply is connected.
The charger supports the following Charging Modes controlled by the PMC:
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Normal Battery Charging.
•
Recovery Battery Charging used when Battery is fully drained.
•
No Charging.
The charger provides charger status lines as indication for normal operation, charging completion and
failure (battery not charging/overvoltage) to the PMC.
The Battery Temperature sensor signal is connected to its charger.
The Charger has a sensor signal connected to it, and it automatically stops charging in case the battery
temperature exceeds 46±2° C.
CAUTION
THE BATTERY IS DESIGNED TO WORK WITH VENUE FIT™ SYSTEMS ONLY.
ONLY USE THE BATTERIES AUTHORIZED BY GE.
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