Handling Of Rechargeable Batteries - Atmos Thorax C 051 Operating Instructions Manual

9.3 Handling of rechargeable batteries

Rechargeable batteries are wear parts with a limited service life.
Under optimal condition of use, rechargeable batteries are usually depleted
after approx. 500 charge cycles, and should then be replaced. Handling of
the device, including the batteries, significantly affects the service life of the
batteries. Nonobservance of the following recommendations may
significantly decrease service life.
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Always store the batteries in a cool and dry place (room temperature
18 - 25° C).
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Always store the device with batteries at a charge status of 20 - 40 %.
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Due to self-discharge, the batteries should be recharged every 4-5
months.
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Never cover the device; never expose the device to direct sunlight;
and never charge, operate or store the device in close vicinity to
heaters.
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Always charge the batteries using the respective charging equipment.
Overcharging will destroy the batteries!
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The lifetime of Lithium-Ionic batteries mainly depends on the ambient
temperature. On principle batteries are depleted after 2.5 years.
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New batteries should be fully charged prior to first use.
As ATMOS has no influence on the handling of the device, batteries are
excluded from the general guarantee.
A function guarantee of 6 months is effective.
Attention! The use at other charging accessories could result in the risk of
!
explosion.
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