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11. Operating the Balance with the Battery
This function can be used only when the balance is battery-operated.
11.1
Specifications
Built-in nickel-cadmium battery
Charging time: Approximately 12 hours
Drive time:
Approximately 24 continuous hours
Number of charge/discharge cycles: 300 or more
11.2
Charging Method
※While the balance is battery-operated, [
required) when battery capacity decreases. If the balance flashes [
following these steps:
(1)
Connect the dedicated AC adapter to the balance.
(2)
Turn the balance off.
(3)
Charging takes approximately 12 hours, with power switched off.
11.3
User Precautions
1.
Once charging is complete, use the balance without the AC adapter to avoid over-charging.
This can occur since the balance continues to charge the battery with a weak current when the
power is switched on. Overcharging will also decrease battery life.
2.
When the balance is used for the first time after purchase, the operating time may be shorter
than when using a fully charged battery. This is due to natural discharge of the battery.
Although the balance can be used while [
possible.
3.
When the battery displays no indication, or an indication disappears quickly after the balance is
switched on, battery capacity is low. In these cases, either charge the battery immediately or
plug in the AC adapter.
4.
Charging the battery while [
!
Cautions
To operate the balance safely, observe the following (failure to do so could result in
malfunctions, breakage, burst batteries, or fire):
1.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery. Do not reverse the balance connection or
short-circuit the positive and negative polarities of the balance.
2.
Use only the supplied AC adaptor.
3.
Do not incinerate used batteries. Dispose as hazardous material only.
] stays on. The indicator flashes [
] is flashing, it should be recharged as soon as
] is displayed reduces battery life.
] (charging
], charge the battery by
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