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Chapter 2 MXT
Pro
Batteries
Rechargeable Battery (Opt.)
A rechargeable battery system is not standard equip-
ment with your MXT Pro, however, two different high
quality systems are available.
White’s rechargeable battery #802-5211, and charger
#509-0022 are the recommended standard system
and offer quick charge and overnight charge options.
(QUICK CHARGE IS FOR USA ONLY. It is not avail-
able on 220-240 volt.)
White’s Premium system, #509-0037 NiMH Charger,
#802-5285 NiMH Stand, and #802-5281 NiMH re
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chargeable battery offers extended search times, the
latest Nickel Metal Hydride capabilities for the MXT
Pro.
Non-rechargeable batteries will start to drop in
voltage as soon as they are put into use and then
steadily diminish in voltage till they no longer provide
adequate power. The optional Nicad rechargeable
battery pack, however, will diminish slowly (plateau)
in somewhat of a flat line and then, near the end of
their useful life, very quickly decline. Regardless of
the battery used, for long search periods, backup
cells are always suggested.
Rechargeable batteries deliver fairly constant voltage
until they require a recharge. If you use them well
beyond low, they may be damaged, will deteriorate
more quickly than if you only use them till their volt-
age starts to drop significantly. Therefore, recharge
-
able batteries should be taken out of service and
recharged as soon as you notice “Lo Bat” on the
display.
Rechargeable batteries (depending upon the type)
may not provide the same amount of continuous use
per recharge compared to “one use life” set of quality
alkaline batteries.
