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BATTERY CHARGING
The MilCom is equipped with a high capacity rechargeable
Lithium-Ion battery that is charged through the Earphone/Microphone
connector located at the top of the unit. To charge the unit, disconnect
the Earphone/Microphone Assembly and connect the provided smart
charging device.
The LED at the top of the unit will illuminate to show that the unit is
receiving power and the LED on the Battery Charger will illuminate red,
indicating that charging is in progress. When the battery is fully charged,
the LED on the battery charger will illuminate green to show that the
battery is finished charging.
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR
The red LED at the top of the unit will blink rapidly and a voice will prompt
the diver by stating “Low Battery” every 5 minutes to indicate a low
battery level. The unit will state “Diver shutting down” ten seconds before
the unit shuts down due to low battery level.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
Dispose of the Lithium-Ion battery and the Battery Charger in accordance
with the local, state, and federal electronic waste recycling regulations.
Do not discard them in the trash.
MAINTENANCE
Routine maintenance of the MilCom units as with all dive gear is
necessary to ensure an extended life of the equipment. Failure to
properly care for and maintain the MilCom and ancillary components
could lead to flooding of the units, damage to the connectors,
transducers, housings and other failures. If any of this equipment is found
to not be functioning as described in this manual, contact the Ocean
Technology Systems service department or authorized retailer.
PRE-DIVE PROCEDURE FOR ESTABLISHING
COMMUNICATIONS
1. Fully charged battery.
2.
Perform visual inspection. Pay particular attention so that
O-rings are in place and free of fibers or debris and Armored
Battery Base screws are tightened fully.
3. Earphones in holder and are properly adjusted for your
comfort.
4. Connectors lightly greased and properly mated.
