Powering the Gauge
Fitting and charging of
rechargeable batteries
Mains operation
Fitting of alkaline batteries
Low battery symbol
The BFG-HS is supplied with a set of 5 Nickel Metal Hydride
AAA rechargeable batteries. For safety reasons during
transportation the batteries are shipped discharged. To obtain
maximum battery life we recommend that you charge them
with the charger/adaptor supplied for at least 14 - 16 hours
when you first receive the BFG-HS.
To insert the batteries you must first remove the battery cover
on the rear of the gauge by undoing the 2 retaining screws.
Fit the 5 batteries in the battery holder ensuring that you
observe polarity and the batteries are placed on top of the
‘release tag’.
To remove the batteries simply pull the ‘release tag’ and they
will be freed from the spring-loaded contacts.
Refit the battery cover and tighten the 2 retaining screws.
Connect the mains adaptor/charger to the BFG-HS charger
socket and charge the batteries for 14 - 16 hours. Only use
the adaptor/charger supplied.
The BFG-HS can also be powered directly from the mains.
This can be achieved with or without the rechargeable
batteries being fitted. Connect the mains adaptor/charger to
your mains supply. Only use the adaptor/charger supplied.
If rechargeable batteries are fitted, a trickle charge will be
applied to the batteries.
The BFG-HS can also be powered by AAA 1.5V alkaline
batteries (not supplied). For the fitting of alkaline batteries,
follow fitting instructions as per rechargeable batteries above.
Warning:
When alkaline batteries are fitted, the mains
adaptor/charger must
NEVER
be connected to the BFG-HS
due to risk of acid leakage which could damage the
instrument.
If the low battery symbol appears on the display the accuracy
of the loadcell reading may be compromised. The gauge
will power down after a short period of time.
Page 2
