JDS Uniphase SmartClass VDSL, User Manual

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Chapter 6 Maintaining the Batteries
Prolonging battery life
24 SmartClass VDSL Tester User’s Guide
Prolonging battery life
The SmartClass Tester uses a rechargeable NiMH battery pack. To prolong the
life span of any batteries, follow the guidelines below:
– When not connected to the unit, store the batteries in a cool, dry, and clean
environment. Do not leave the batteries in a car or truck, particularly during
extremely hot or cold weather.
– The first time you use the SmartClass Tester, or after prolonged storage,
use the AC adapter to power the unit.
– If the battery capacity is depleted or if the batteries have been stored for a
prolonged period, charge the batteries before use.
– If charging the batteries while they are in the unit, use the JDSU
AC adapter to charge the batteries. Do not use an un-approved charger.
– The charger will not charge the batteries when it is extremely hot or cold.
– Always carry fully charged spare batteries.
– Always dispose of batteries properly.
The following section describes how to recharge and replace the batteries.
Recharging the battery
When the Batt LED lights red, the battery should be charged or replaced.
To charge the battery
1 Connect one end of the AC adapter to the connector on the bottom of the
VDSL Services Tester.
2 Connect the other end of the AC adapter to an AC power supply.
3 Let the SmartClass charge for 5 hours for a fast charge; for maximum
capacity, allow the SmartClass to (trickle) charge overnight.
The charging time will be the same whether the power is on or off.
The
Batt LED is amber when the unit is fast charging. The SmartClass will
trickle charge at other times when the charger is connected and the Batt
LED is green.
After the Batt LED turns green (fast charge is complete), allow the unit to
trickle charge overnight for maximum performance.
Charging the batteries is complete.
NOTE:
You can test a circuit and recharge the batteries at the same time. If you do
not want to interrupt the current test, you may leave the power on and con-
nect the AC power adaptor.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Electrical shock may result in serious injury or death. Be sure the AC
Adapter is connected to the correct voltage mains. Do not use outdoors or in
wet locations. Use only the AC Adapter supplied with the test set.