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4.2
Batteries
4.2.1
Operating Principles
First-time Use /
Charging Batteries
• The battery must be charged prior to using it for the first time because it is deliv-
ered with an energy content as low as possible.
• The permissible temperature range for charging is between 0°C to +40°C/ +32°F to
+104°F. For optimal charging, we recommend charging the batteries at a low
ambient temperature of +10°C to +20°C/+50°F to +68°F if possible.
• It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging. Using the chargers
recommended by Leica Geosystems, it is not possible to charge the battery if the
temperature is too high.
• For new batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time (> three
months), it is effectual to make only one charge/discharge cycle.
• For Li-Ion batteries, a single discharging and charging cycle is sufficient. We recom-
mend carrying out the process when the battery capacity indicated on the charger
or on a Leica Geosystems product deviates significantly from the actual battery
capacity available.
Operation /
Discharging
• The batteries can be operated from -20°C to +55°C/-4°F to +131°F.
• Low operating temperatures reduce the capacity that can be drawn; high operating
temperatures reduce the service life of the battery.
4.2.2
Battery for GS10
Change battery
step-by-step
Step
Description
The batteries are inserted in the front of the instrument.
1.
Loosen the screw of one of the battery compartments.
2.
Open the cover of the battery compartment.
3.
With the Leica logo facing upwards, slide the battery into the battery
compartment and push upwards so that it locks into position.
4.
Close the cover of the battery compartment and tighten the screw.
5.
Repeat steps 1. to 4. for the second battery compartment.
6.
To remove a battery, loosen the screw to open the cover of the battery
compartment.
7.
Push the battery slightly in and at the same time downwards. This releases
the battery from its fixed position.
8.
Pull out the battery.
9.
Close the cover of the battery compartment and tighten the screw.
10.
Repeat steps 6. to 9. for the second battery compartment.
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