Batteries - Crowcon Gasman User Manual

Gasman
III. Batteries
3.1 Rechargeable batteries
Recharge time for the Li-ion batteries is less then 6 hours (less, if they are
not fully discharged). Rechargeable batteries will typically last 12+ hours
for flammable units.
3.2 Gasman Charging Unit
There are 3 models of charging units available for Gasman; a sin-
gle way drop in charger unit, a single way charger unit with integral
PC Interface, and a multiway charger unit. The multiway charger unit
can accommodate up to 5 Gasman units. Note: the multiway charger
unit does not have a PC interface option.
The charger units are powered by a nominal 12 V dc input. Power
Supplies are available with UK, EUR or US pins, alternately a universal 90-
260 V power supply is available for any other configuration. The multiway
charger includes a universal power supply. A vehicle lighter socket lead
can also be supplied, please see section XI Parts and Accessories.
As a condition of certification, charging voltages must be limited to less
than 9 V. Communications are only permitted via Crowcon charger-inter-
face C01940.
Charging the batteries
1. Ensure you are in a safe area.
2. Plug the charger power supply into a mains socket, and connect to
the charger
Red LED
unit charging
H S
2
Green LED
charging
complete
12 V dc

Batteries

Power
Supply