Batteries And Charging - Minelab VANQUISH 340 User Manual

Batteries and Charging

The VANQUISH Series is compatible with both rechargeable
and non‑rechargeable AA batteries�
WARNING: Never use a combination of non‑
rechargeable and rechargeable batteries in the
detector, as this may result in damage to the
detector or batteries�
WARNING: There is a risk of explosion if the battery
is replaced by an incorrect type�
BATTERY LEVEL
The Battery Level indicator shows the current battery level�
The battery Level Indicator
Note that rechargeable and non‑rechargeable batteries
have different discharge rates, therefore the Battery Level
Indicator is approximate only�
Low Battery
If using non‑rechargable batteries, the Battery Level Indicator
will flash for approximately 20 minutes before automatic
shut‑down�
If using rechargeable batteries, the Battery Level Indicator
will display a single battery segment for approximately 20
minutes before automatic shut‑down�
Automatic Shut‑Down
When the battery level is critically low, the detector will
automatically shut‑down� 5 seconds before automatic shut‑
down, 'bF' displays on the Target ID Number, accompanied by
a shut‑down audio tune�
'bF' on the Target ID Number field�
Note that when using some brands/types of rechargeable
batteries, the detector may not show 'bF' before automatic
shut‑down�
CONTENTS
Battery Run/Charge Times
Minelab rechargeable AA NiMH batteries have an
approximate charge‑time of 8 hours, and a run‑time of
approximately 11 hours�
Non‑rechargeable AA alkaline batteries have a run‑time of
approximately 10 hours�
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
Minelab rechargeable AA NiMH batteries (4 pack) and a
Minelab AA NiMH Battery Charger are available to purchase
separately�
Minelab AA NiMH
Battery Charger
Instructions, compliance and safety information for the
Minelab AA NiMH Battery Charger are included with the
charger�
WARNING: The Minelab NiMH Battery Charger must
only be used to charge NiMH rechargeable batteries�
10
Minelab rechargeable
AA NiMH batteries