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Figure 2.4
Breakout Cable and Module
Note:
The unit is delivered with a 70 cm cable.
2.3 External Power
The DAS240-BAT and DAS220-BAT recorders are powered and charged using a 15V DC, 5A power supply.
Warning:
To minimize the risk of shock, the instrument chassis and cabinet must be connected to an electrical safety
ground. This instrument is grounded through the ground conductor of the supplied, three-conductor AC line power cable.
The power cable must be plugged into a three-conductor electrical outlet.
Warning:
When the charger is connected to the unit, the chassis is connected to the power supply earth ground.
2.4 Battery
The unit is equipped with a lithium-ion battery. If the unit has remained unused for more than one month, check its
charge status and recharge it if necessary.
For continued safe use:
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Never heat up or expose the battery pack to fire
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Never short the battery: there is a risk of explosion!
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Do not puncture the battery.
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Do not dismantle the battery pack.
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Do not reverse the polarities of the battery.
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This battery pack includes protection that should not be damaged or removed.
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Do not store the pack in a place exposed to excessive heat.
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Do not damage the protective sheath of the pack.
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Do not store inside a vehicle exposed to the sun.
The battery should last at least 200 full charge-discharge cycles or 2 years.
2.4.1 To Ensure Long Battery Life
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Do not store for a long time without use.
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Store the battery at around 40% charge.
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Do not fully charge or discharge the battery before storage.
