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2 vLoc3-5000 Receiver
2.2 Charging the Receiver Batteries
The vLoc3-5000 can be used with either alkaline batteries or an optional rechargeable battery pack.
The central illuminated section within the battery icon indicates the amount of charge remaining.
• Blue center indicates Alkaline batteries.
• Green center indicates rechargeable batteries.
• When batteries are low, the remaining charge section becomes red and will flash.
Just before the shutdown, the following symbol will be shown:
The optional rechargeable batteries are supplied with a mains charger. This is specific to the batteries. Avoid using other
manufacturers’ chargers as these may damage the battery pack and may result in overheating the battery pack.
To charge the rechargeable batteries, first make sure the pack is inserted in the receiver battery compartment as charging is
done with the battery inside the receiver.
Connect the charger to the charging/accessory socket of the receiver. Connect the charger to the mains and switch it on. The
LED indicator on the charger will illuminate red until the batteries are fully charged, at which time the LED will change to green.
WARNING
Rechargeable batteries are supplied with a mains or 12V DC charger. The charger is specific to the
battery. Only use the charger that is appropriate for the battery in the product. Failure to use the
appropriate charger could damage the battery pack, locator and cause a fire in extreme cases. If in
doubt, call the Vivax-Metrotech customer service department at +1 (800) 446-3392.
Avoid charging the unit in extreme temperature conditions, i.e., below 0ºC and above 45ºC.
Although Vivax-Metrotech batteries include all the required safety-related features, immediately
discontinue the charger and battery pack’s use if the battery pack becomes excessively warm. Return
both to where they were purchased for investigation.
Always ensure batteries have at least a partial charge if stored for long periods without use.
Dispose of all batteries following your company procedures and or Federal/State and local
regulations.
Never dismantle batteries, put them in a fire, or get them wet.
