AV-HL-FL - Heliport Flood Light
Installation & Service Manual
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Replacing the Battery in AV-HL-FL-PV
The user has the ability to change the battery after years of operation.
a. Undo latches and open lid.
b. Undo battery clamp and detach battery leads
c. Remove battery from case
d. Discard old battery in a safe manner
e. Reattach leads to new battery and then place back into case, fix battery clamps.
f. To test operation of light, the remote control will need to be used (see relevant sections
of the AV-ALS-RC Manual for more information).
Care must be taken to observe the polarity of the battery before the leads are re-
connected, and ensure the replacement battery is correctly fitted. Always recycle old
batteries.
AV-HL-FL-PV Long Term Battery Storage
If the AV-HL-FL-PV are to be placed in storage for an extended period please follow the
below information.
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The NiMH batteries inside the AV-HL-FL-PV must always be stored in a fully charged
state.
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Disconnect the connector from the battery before placing the light in storage.
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All batteries will discharge over time and the rate of discharge is dependent on
temperature.
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If the light is being stored in temperatures greater than 30 Degrees Celsius the battery
will discharge faster.
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Please check battery every 2-4 months and recharge if necessary.
Recharging the Battery
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Reconnect the battery and place unit in the sun for 2-4 days
OR
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Place the light in front of a halogen lamp for 2-3 days.
