Battery - Ferno Integrated Patient Transport & Loading System iNX User Manual

4.10 Battery

The iN∫X is powered by a rechargeable, 36 Volt DC lithium
iron phosphate battery (LiFePO 4 ). The battery is installed
under the patient surface, behind the display (Figure 9).
BATTERY OVERVIEW
Charge the battery only with the Ferno-provided
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charger or by securing the iN∫X to the ICS integrated
into the iN∫LINE. See "Battery Charger" on page 21
and "Integrated Charging System (ICS)" on page 21.
The battery has no "battery memory. " You do not need
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to fully discharge before recharging.
Patient weight and extreme temperatures affect the
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amount of use available from each battery charge.
Minimum charging time is 15 minutes, after one transport
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and maintaining the charge using the ICS.
Maximum charging time is 1 hour, 45 minutes using the
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battery charger (not with ICS) with a depleted battery.
Actual charging time varies based on frequency of
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recharge, depth of discharge, and battery age. If a battery
becomes deeply discharged, extend the charging time.
REMOVING THE BATTERY
1. Turn the power switch OFF.
2. Raise the shock frame.
3. Place your thumbs under the front corners of the
battery cover and lift to remove.
4. Grasp the battery-cable plug and disconnect the cable
from the battery port (Figure 10). Do not pull on the
cable to disconnect the plug.
5. Use the battery carry handle to lift the battery up and
away from the cradle.
ATTACHING THE BATTERY
1. Verify the power switch is OFF.
2. Raise the shock frame.
3. Place your thumbs under the front corners of the
battery cover and lift to remove.
4. Angle and slide the battery into the cradle. Press down
to lock the battery in place in the cradle.
5. Connect the battery cable plug to the battery port.
6. Insert the front tabs of the battery cover into the slots
and then press down the area near the display to snap
the cover into place.
7. Lower the shock frame.
Battery Recycling
In the U.S.A. and Canada, contact
Call2Recycle
location to responsibly dispose of a Ferno
rechargeable battery.
Outside the U.S.A. and Canada, contact the
government of your country for recycling
information.
See "Recycling Notice" on page 55.
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Battery Tips
You do not need to fully discharge the
battery before recharging. Place the battery
on the charger at any time to maintain a full
charge.
Turn the iN∫X power OFF if it will not be used
for more than 30 minutes.
If the iN∫X or battery will be placed in storage,
charge the battery first. Store only a fully-
charged battery. See "Storing the Battery" on
page 54.
Battery Carry Handle
Battery Cable
Battery Carry Handle
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Port
9
Plug
Battery Cover
Port
10