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6.0 BATTERY PACK
The PALM STROBE x Battery Pack is fitted with rechargeable NiMH (nickel-
metal hydride) batteries. These batteries contain fewer toxic metals than
Ni-Cd (nickel-cadmium) and are currently classified “environmentally
friendly”. They also have 30% more capacity than Ni-Cd batteries of the
same size.
Like Ni-Cds,
NiMH batteries are prone to self-discharge
- 10 to 15% of
charge is lost in the first 24 hours then continues at a rate of 0.5 to 1%
per day. For maximum performance, charge the batteries just prior to use.
When not in use, the batteries should be charged at least every three
months, otherwise the battery capacity will be reduced or the batteries
may become unusable.
Charge the batteries before use and allow 3-5 cycles of charging and
discharging for batteries to reach full capacity.
The enclosure contains control electronics to properly and safely charge
the batteries. Never remove the batteries from the enclosure and attempt
to charge externally.
Always use the charger supplied (PSC-2U).
The PALM STROBE x Battery Pack can be removed by pressing the two
latches on either side of the unit while gently pulling the Battery Pack
outwards (see Figure 7). To install the Battery Pack, slide it into the strobe
until you hear the side latches engage and lock. Match the top and bottom
colors when inserting the Battery Pack into the strobe. The Battery Pack is
keyed so that it cannot be inserted into the strobe upside down.
CAUTION: The terminals on the Battery Pack are recessed. DO NOT
SHORT THESE CONNECTIONS. There is a non-serviceable internal
resettable fuse for protection.
