9
Batteries
Recharging the base units
The RoboSign MK 3 system is supplied with a three stage
charger to charge the internal batteries of each base unit.
IMPORTANT:
• Never operate a RoboSign unit while the batteries are
being charged.
• Do not use a charger other than that supplied by Pike
Signals for use with the RoboSign MK 3 system base
units.
• The base units weigh more than 25Kg, do not attempt to
move one alone, always work together with a colleague.
• The sign may rotate unexpectedly, always take care when
working near a base unit.
To charge a base unit
1 Insert the plug from the supplied charger into the
corresponding socket on the front panel of the base unit.
2 Insert the mains plug into a suitable electricity socket
outlet and switch on. The charge cycle for a base unit is
approximately 12 – 14 hours. The charger will automatically
cease charging when the cycle is complete.
Note: The charger unit requires a 230VAC, 50Hz mains
supply. It has a power requirement of 125W.
The status of the recharge cycle is indicated on the front of
the charger:
•
Red
– power is being supplied to the battery charger.
•
Amber
– the battery attached to the charger is being
charged.
•
Green
– the recharge cycle is complete.
Recharging the remote control
The remote control uses four standard AA type batteries and
re-chargeable versions may be used, a battery charger is not
supplied to charge these batteries. Rechargeable AA batteries
will need to be removed and charged in a third-party charger
unit.
To remove and refit remote control batteries
1 Using an SW3 (3mm) hex key, remove the two bolts from the
rear panel of the remote control.
2 Remove and charge the batteries.
3 Replace the batteries into the remote control, taking care to
ensure correct polarity (as marked within the casing).
4 Replace the rear remote control panel and the two bolts.
