U5000A PAG NPH INSTRUCTION MANUAL
U5000A PAG NPH INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CARE & MAINTENANCE
SECT ION 2
2.1
Store in a cool, dry place at a temperature between -30°C and
+50°C. Long-term storage at temperatures above +35°C will reduce
the battery's life because of deterioration of organic materials such
as the gasket and separator. Excessively low storage temperatures
(below -30°C) are also to be avoided since the electro-lyte may
freeze, resulting in permanent cell damage.
2.2
If the battery has not been in operation for a while, it may require
several cycles of charge and discharge in order to restore its
maximum available capacity.
After prolonged storage, users with AR Series chargers may find the
following procedure beneficial: Charge the battery until the charger
indicates that it is charged. Disconnect the battery from the
charger, and then re-apply it, using the 'Recovery' program. Allow
this program to run until the charger again indicates that the
battery is charged.
2.3
Ensure that the battery is fully charged before use. Even after one
week in storage, it is advisable to give the battery a top-up
charge before use.
2.4
Use only a PAG charger that has been designed to charge PAG
NMH batteries.
2.5
For maximum output, use within the temperature range 0°C to
+40°C. Never operate outside of the temperature range -20°C to
+45°C.
2.6
The battery is designed for a maximum continuous output of 10
amperes. Battery output is protect-ed by means of a self-resetting
over-current protection device and a thermal fuse.
2.7
The battery is sealed, and contains no user-serviceable components.
If any attempt is made to open the case, it is probable that the
damage will disrupt the digital circuitry, which will then cease to
function. In order to maintain the quality standard for which you
first chose this product, return it to a PAG Dealer or the PAG Service
Department for servicing.
3.1
The battery should be in a fully charged state before use.
3.2
IMPORTANT: THIS BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED ONLY FROM A PAG ACS
CHARGER THAT IS DESIGNED TO CHARGE PAG NMH BATTERIES.
Other types of charger must never be used as the battery may be
damaged irreparably; there is also the danger that the cells may
disrupt forcibly, presenting the risk of personal injury.
3.3
When the battery has been discharged at a high current it will
become warm, and it is advisable to let it cool before charging it.
For the best results the battery should be charged within the
temperature range +10°C to +40°C. I f the battery is too hot to be
charged safely, charging will be inhibited and the charger will
indicate '°C'. The battery should be left connected to the charger,
which will automatically initiate charging as soon as the temper-
ature is within the correct range. NOTE: In order to prevent abuse of
batteries which are too hot to charge, a circuit is incorporated
which prevents the battery from being charged while still allowing a
PAG ACS charger to recognise that it is connected. If such a battery
is removed from the charger and re-applied while it is still too hot,
the charger may fail to recognise it, and indicate 'Faulty'.
3.4
An LED-array type state of charge indicator is incorporated. It is
activated by pressing the button that is located next to the LEDs.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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