Operation
4.26
NiMH Battery
The battery used to power the transmitter is a high capacity Nickel Metal Hydride
(NiMH) cell rated at 2000 mAh and is capable of accepting hundreds of charging
cycles. If the machine fails to operate for the full operating period, even after the
battery has been fully discharged and recharged, the battery pack may need to be
replaced.
Charging characteristics:
■ Time to fully charge: 2 hours
■ Full-charge operating time: 16 hours*
■ Operating time after 1 hour charge: 8 hours*
■ At temperatures below 0°C, charging is not possible
* Operating time decreases at severely cold temperatures.
4.27
Replacing the Battery Pack
The battery pack (a) on the back of the transmitter should be replaced once a year
or when it no longer holds a full charge.
To replace the battery pack press the orange tab (b) and slide the battery pack out.
■ A new battery may not be fully charged. After replacing the battery, charge it for
Notes
approximately one hour to ensure it is at full capacity.
■ In the interests of environmental protection, dispose of used batteries properly.
Do not dispose in trash, or incinerate.
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