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2 vLoc3 Series Receivers
2.2 Charging the Receiver Batteries
The vLoc3 series receivers can be used with the alkaline or the custom Li-ion rechargeable battery pack.
The central illuminated section within the battery icon indicates the amount of charge remaining.
• Blue centre indicates alkaline batteries.
• Green centre indicates rechargeable batteries.
• When batteries are low the charge remaining section becomes red and will flash.
• Just before shutdown the following symbol will be shown:
Rechargeable batteries are supplied with a mains charger specific to the batteries. Avoid using other manufacturers’ chargers as
these may damage the battery and may result in overheating. To charge the battery, first make
sure the battery pack is inserted in the receiver's battery compartment as charging is done with the battery inside the receiver.
Connect the charger to the receiver's charging/accessory socket. 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 chargeris specific to the
battery. Only use the charger that is appropriate for the battery in the product. If in doubt, call the
Vivax-Metrotech customer service department at +1(800) 446-3392. Failure to use the appropriate
charger could damage the battery pack, locator and cause a fire in extreme cases.
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 storing 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.