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Subsequent Charges
NOTE:
When charging a new battery, it is recommended to use the steps in the
The battery must always be installed in the ProSample when the sampler is in use, as the battery is the only way to
power the sampler. The ProSample will shut off when the battery drops below 9V.
There are two options for charging the battery that depend on access to mains (AC) power.
No Mains (AC) Power at Sampling Site
The battery can be periodically charged by removing it from the instrument and charging it with a ProSample battery
charger whenever a recharge is needed (see the
section). This is most the common method of powering
the instrument when there is no mains (AC) power source located near the ProSample unit.
Mains (AC) Power Available at Sampling Site
It is also possible to keep the battery continuously connected to mains (AC) power. In this scenario, the battery is kept
installed in the instrument and an optional Y-cable (item # 0069810) is used to simultaneously connect the battery to
the battery charger and the instrument. This is the most common method of powering the instrument where there is
a mains (AC) power source located near the ProSample unit. Since the battery charger will typically be outdoors and/
or exposed to water, an IP-67 battery charger is recommended (see the
Replacement Parts and Accessories
NOTE:
The battery must be completely charged prior to first use. It is recommended to initially charge the battery
by connecting the battery directly to the battery charger (i.e. the ‘Y’ cable is not used) – see the
section on page 10. The Y-cable can be used once the battery is initially charged.
For continuous connection of the battery to AC power via the Y-cable:
1.
Open the instrument cover.
2.
Disconnect the battery from the instrument.
3.
Connect the Y-cable to the instrument.
4.
Connect the Y-cable to the battery.
5.
Connect the Y-cable to the battery charger.
Charging the Battery
