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4. Discharging
4.1
The batteries incorporate a precision fixed end-of-discharge cutoff set
to 12.5V, as measured by the battery. This cutoff will only operate if
the battery capacity is less than 5%, eliminating unwanted operation
due to high current and low battery temperature.
4.2
The maximum continuous discharge current for a single PAGlink
V-Mount battery is 8A. The batteries incorporate a current limit, and
consumption above this for more than 5 seconds will trigger the over-
current protection, turning the battery output off.
4.3
If the battery is discharged at too high a rate, even momentarily, the
protection circuit may be triggered, disconnecting the battery output.
It can be recovered by simply removing it from the load and pressing
the display button, provided the battery still retains some charge.
4.4
Where total continuous consumption is above 8A, two or more PAGlink
batteries should be linked. This will increase the maximum continuous
discharge current to 12A, provided the batteries are in a similar state
of charge.
4.5
The battery may be discharged within the temperature range -20°C
to +50°C, but for optimum performance, +10°C to +40°C is
recommended. The operating time will be shorter in conditions of
low temperature, and discharging will be electronically inhibited if
the battery temperature is below -20°C.
4.6
When the battery has been discharged at a high rate it will become
warm, and it is advisable to let it cool before charging it.
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4.7
Computer Reset
The battery features a computer reset function. In exceptional
circumstances, a computer reset may be required. This is achieved by
holding the display button in for 20 seconds.
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