iGage
iG8 User Manual
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Safety Information
Before you use your receiver, please make sure that you have read and understand the following warnings and safety
requirements.
An absence of specific alerts does not mean that there are no safety risks involved. Warning and Caution information is
intended to minimize the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Use and Care
The iG8 receiver is a field ready instrument; however it is also a delicate electronic instrument. Take suitable care to
avoid damage to the instrument.
Please avoid dropping the receiver directly onto concrete, it can modify the phase center of the GNSS antenna.
Avoid storing the receiver at excessive temperatures (hot or cold) as it will damage the internal batteries.
Avoid storing the batteries at temperatures less than -40° F (-40° C) and temperatures higher than 160°F (70°C) as it will
permanently reduce the battery capacity and life
DO NOT leave the iG8 or accessories inside a vehicle in the summer. Temperatures higher than 160°F will permanently
reduce battery capacity and battery life.
GNSS receivers and especially Lithium-Ion batteries are like puppies:
In the summer if you leave them in your vehicle with the windows rolled up, you will kill them.
Battery Warnings, Safety and Disposal
Figure 2 Lithium-Ion Batteries for iG8 receivers
The batteries are Lithium-Ion type cells.
WARNING - Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire, and
can result in personal injury and property damage.
To prevent injury or damage:
Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be discolored, warped, the case is bulging, or leaking battery
fluid.
Do not expose the battery to fire, high temperature, or direct sunlight.
Do not immerse the battery in water.
Do not store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather.
Do not drop or puncture the battery.
Do not open the battery or short-circuit its contacts.
Do not charge the batteries in chargers other than the supplied charger or a direct replacement.
Do not charge similar batteries in the supplied charger, even if they fit well.
WARNING - Avoid contact with the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery if it appears to be leaking. The battery
fluid is extremely corrosive, and contact with it will result in personal injury and/or property damage.
If battery fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention.
Do not rub your eyes!
If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing, immediately use clean water to wash off the battery fluid.
If you plan on running a base receiver for an extended period, it is suggested that you use the supplied auxiliary power
connector to connect to an external 12 volt battery. Please keep at least one charged battery in the head when using
auxiliary power.
Fully charge the batteries using the supplied charger before first use.
