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12. CHARGING THE BATTERY
This section describes how to properly charge
the battery.
The battery charger inside the VC4000 requires 12 to 16 Volts DC at
800 milli Amps or greater to operate, so most regulated 12V battery
chargers will work. Suitable chargers are available from Vericom
Computers, Inc. The center conductor of the VC4000 power adapter
is positive, and the connector has a 5mm OD and a 2.1mm ID. The
VC4000 will charge from a vehicle's cigarette lighter. It takes about
three
hours to fully charge them. The batteries take about
six
hours
to fully discharge.
The battery gauge on the display will show arrows indicating that the
battery is charging. The green charging LED on the front of the unit
will light while it is charging and go out when it is fully charged. The
green LED will turn on anytime the unit is plugged in and stays on
until the battery is fully charged.
DO NOT use the charger from the VC4000 to charge or power the
portable thermal printer. It is reverse polarity and WILL destroy the
printer electronics. Similarly, do not power the VC4000 using the
thermal printers wall adapter.
The VC4000 has protection circuitry for voltages and currents
exceeding the maximum rating for the internal components, as well
as reverse polarity protection. But continuous over voltages or
reverse voltages may eventually cause damage to the input circuitry.
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Customer Service
13. CUSTOMER SERVICE
This section describes Vericom’s warranty, repair
and Accessories.
The manufacturer warrants that the VC4000 computer will be free
from defects in material or workmanship appearing under normal use
and service. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser
and does not apply if the product has been connected, installed or
adjusted other than in accordance with the instructions furnished by
the Manufacturer.
The manufacturer will repair or replace any parts that are defective in
workmanship or materials for a period of one year from the date of
purchase. The manufacturer does not warranty the installation of the
VC4000 computer and therefore will not be responsible for damage
caused by installation.
This warranty covers only the VC4000 computer and is not extended
to equipment or component parts used in conjunction with the
VC4000 computer. The manufacturer will not be liable for incidental
and consequential damages or the loss of use of your vehicle.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have
rights that vary from state to state.
Repairs not covered by warranty are available by returning the unit,
prepaid postage, to the manufacturer. Repair charges and shipping
will be billed to the customer prior to repairing or returning the unit to
the customer.
Repairs
Warranty