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Replacing the Battery
The following symptoms indicate that battery life is nearing an end. Replace batteries that
display these symptoms:
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shorter work times
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discoloration, warping
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hot to the touch
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strange odour.
Refer to Chapter 3, "Disassembly and Reassembly," for battery removal/replacement
procedures.
Charging the Battery
Charge the primary battery and optional secondary battery by connecting the system to an AC
power source. To monitor the charging activity, observe the battery charging LED on the front
of the system. The battery charging LED lights as follows:
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lights amber when the primary battery is charging
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blinks amber if the primary battery encounters an error while charging
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lights green when the secondary battery is charging
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blinks green if the secondary battery encounters an error while charging.
Battery Precautions
To prevent accidental battery ignition, rupture, or explosion, adhere to the following warning.
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
To avoid personal injury and property damage, read these battery precautions on handling,
charging, and disposing Li-Ion batteries.
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Keep the battery away from heat sources including direct sunlight, open fires,
microwave ovens, and high-voltage containers. Temperatures over 140ºF (60ºC) may
cause damage.
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Do not drop or impact the battery.
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Do not disassemble the battery.
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Do not solder the battery.
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Do not puncture the battery.
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Do not use a battery that appears damaged or deformed, has any rust on its casing, is
discoloured, overheats, or emits a foul odour.
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Keep the battery dry and away from water.
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Keep metal objects away from battery connectors. Metal objects in contact with the
connectors can cause a short circuit and damage.
If the battery leaks:
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If the battery leaks onto skin or clothing, wash the area immediately with clean water.
Battery fluid can cause a skin rash and damage fabric.
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If battery fluid gets into eyes, DO NOT rub; rinse with clear water immediately and
consult a doctor.
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Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire. There is a danger of
ignition or explosion.
2-6 System Configuration and Setup
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
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