Battery Care And Safety - Minelab GPZ 7000 Instruction Manual

Battery Care and Safety

Battery Care and Safety
To extend battery life:
• Turn off the control panel backlight; the backlight increases the power consumption by approximately 8%.
• Turn the detector off when not in use.
• Turn GPS off when not in use.
• Turn Wireless off when not in use.
• When using the WM 12, use headphones rather than the speaker; the speaker uses more power than headphones. This
will extend the WM 12 battery life.
WARNING
Please note the following:
• The Lithium-Ion battery is specifically designed for
the GPZ 7000. Attempting to use the Lithium-Ion
battery pack with other detectors may damage the
detector or the battery pack.
• VERY IMPORTANT: Ensure the battery seal (o-ring),
the o-ring seating groove and the mating face of the
battery are undamaged and kept clean of sand, grit
and other contaminants. To do this:
1. Remove the battery seal with a soft tool. (The
removable seal is in the control box battery
seal groove)
2. Gently brush or wipe out the battery seal
groove and battery mating face avoiding
damage to the surfaces.
3. Wipe over the battery seal using a clean,
moistened cloth.
4. Visually inspect the areas to ensure all sand, grit
or other contaminants have been removed.
5. Refit the battery seal ensuring that it is seated
at the bottom of the groove, is not twisted,
and the corners are aligned.
6. Fit the battery to the detector- take care to
check that the battery sand seal is also free of
dust, grit, and moisture. The sand seal is not
removable.
7. Ensure the battery clips are fully closed.
• Damaged seals or batteries must be replaced.
• Do not try to adapt this battery to other models as it
will very likely cause damage.
• Do not charge the battery at temperatures above
113° F (45° C) or below 32° F (0° C).
• Do not immerse the battery pack in any liquid or
allow water ingress. Battery packs are not waterproof
until connected to the detector.
• Ensure both the battery pack and control box are
completely dry before connection.
• Remove the battery pack from the detector during air
travel or long term storage.
• Do not immerse the BC 10 charger in any liquid or
allow water ingress.
• Do not leave the battery in hot conditions (e.g. on
the dashboard or rear parcel shelf of your car).
• Do not damage the battery in any way.
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
• Do not use the battery if it is damaged or deformed.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the Li-Ion battery
pack.
• Do not incinerate the battery. Contact your local
authorities to enquire about disposal or recycling
facilities.
• In the event of a fault, return the battery to a Minelab
authorised service centre for repair. The use of
unapproved components will VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
There are no user serviceable parts within this battery
pack.
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