Battery Management - Shape Robotics Fable User Manual

Battery Management

Both the Joint Module and the Spin Module contain a rechargeable LiPo Battery.
Recharging: Charge the module using the supplied USB cable, similar to charging a phone.
It can be charged regardless of whether it is on or off.
Timeout: To save battery, the module will automatically turn off after being inactive for 10
minutes. To turn it on again, press the Shape logo button once (Joint and Spin), or flip the
on/off switch (Joint only).
Battery level:
When charging, the color of the module button will indicate the current battery level.
Alternatively, if the module is turned off, pressing the button on it will trigger the same action.
The battery level is indicated in a scale: Green = full level, yellow = medium level, red = low
level.
Self-protection: To protect the battery, the module will automatically power down if the
battery level becomes too low. Recharge the module to make it functional again.
Lifetime: To maximise battery lifetime, avoid full battery depletion before recharging.
Storage: If a module is to be stored for months without being used, it should be charged to
at least medium level (corresponding to a yellow glow) before being stored.
Figure 10 - Joint Modules being charged by using a charging station.
Each module shows a different battery level. Green depicts full battery, yellow is
medium level, and red is low level.
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