About This Manual; Safety Information - Decatur Electronics Surface Velocity Radar SVR2-01 User Manual

About This Manual

This manual contains valuable information to help you set up, use
and maintain your radar, so you can optimize its life and keep it at
peak performance . Please take a moment to read through it, and
keep it handy for future reference .
Note the following symbols in this manual:
Indicates a warning message about safety
precautions . Please read it carefully .
Indicates a helpful tip or precaution to note .

1. Safety Information

All service needs should be referred back to the manufacturer .
WARNINGS
• Do not over voltage the radar - it can damage the unit!
• When replacing batteries in the SVR™ you should
replace all 6 with new batteries even if you suspect that
only one cell is defective .
• Use rechargeable Nickle-Metal-Hydride batteries only.
• The SVR™ is designed to operate off of conventional
+12 VDC (+10 .8 to +16 .5 VDC) from the power cable .
In addition, the SVR™ is also designed to operate at
7 .2VDC from the internal batteries . Over voltage to the
power cables or incorrect batteries can cause damage .
WARNING
Do not put the radar gun in the water . This will
damage it . The SVR™ measures the water surface only
from outside the water .
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