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5
Put aside the PBU connector then connect the battery clip connector to the
black
System Controller connection by aligning the pins, pushing the connec-
tors together snugly, and then hand tightening the connectors.
The alarm will
stop and both the green power symbol and battery fuel gauge lights will stop
flashing. Wait until the power symbol and battery fuel gauge lights stop flashing
and the alarm stops sounding before continuing with Step 6.
6
Unscrew the
white
System Controller/PBU connectors.
An alarm will sound one
beep per second, the green power symbol will flash rapidly, and the four green bat-
tery fuel gauge lights will come on.
7
Put aside the PBU connector, then connect the battery clip to the
white
System
Controller connector by aligning the pins, pushing the connectors together
snugly, and then hand tightening the connectors.
The alarm will stop and both
the green power symbol and battery fuel gauge lights will stop flashing. Wait until
the power symbol and battery fuel gauge lights stop flashing and the alarm stops
sounding before continuing with Step 8.
8
Turn over the Velcro circles on the batteries from white to black (to show that
the batteries will need to be recharged after use), then put the batteries/clips in
to the patient’s holster or carrying case.
9
Store the PBU connectors in a clean, dry location.
10
Place at least two fully-charged batteries in the patient’s travel case for backup
use.
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CAUTION !
·
When connecting leads, do not force them together without first lining up the con-
nectors. Forcing together misaligned connectors may damage them.
·
Never use tools to tighten connections. Hand tighten only. Using tools may damage
connectors.
·
Do not let connector ends get dirty or wet.