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Notices LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this manual at any time without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LXE assumes no liability resulting from any errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
Inserting the Battery Pack • Interpreting the LEDs Intended Use The LXE MX8 Multi-Charger is designed to simultaneously charge up to four MX8 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Packs in less than five hours, depending upon battery pack temperature and conditions multi-charger •...
Controls and Connectors MX8 Multi-Charger MX8 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Battery Pack Model Number – 161376-0001 / MX8A380BATT Note: When not in use, lay the battery pack contact-side up in a protected environment. MX8 Multi-Charger User’s Guide Figure 1 MX8 Multi-Charger Power Jack Location LED Indicators Battery Charging Well...
Controls and Connectors Note: Do not allow cleaning agents of any kind to contact the battery charging contacts; they may be damaged. If necessary, clean them with a soft-bristle, dry brush or compressed air. E-EQ-MX8CHGROG-A 1. Battery Charging Well 2. Retaining Clip 3.
Specifications Electrical Specifications Parameter Power Supply Input 100 VAC Voltage (V AC-IN Power Supply Input 47Hz Frequency (freq) Note: Battery packs may leak up to 1mA current through the battery contacts when left in an unpowered multi-charger battery well. Operating Temperature Ranges Minimum Maximum Operating...
• Do not immerse batteries in water or any other liquid. If batteries are immersed, contact LXE. • Do not disassemble or perform modifications to the battery. There are no user serviceable components in the battery.
3. On initial power-up, multi-charger LEDs light up for a few seconds. The external Power Supply for the multi-charger is shipped with the multi-charger. If there is no AC cable, please contact your LXE representative. The multi-charger power supply is intended for use with the MX8 Multi-Charger only.
Setup / Installation Multi-Charger Dimensions Note: LXE does not supply the hardware needed when mounting the multi-charger to a wall or other flat, stable surface. Weight 1.1 lbs / .50 kg (no batteries) 2.5 lbs / 1.13 kg (with a battery in each charging bay) Length 13.5 in / 34.3 cm...
LEDs The status of the charge operation is communicated by the LED located at the base of each charging well. Green Yellow Flashing Red on any station See Interpreting the LEDs later in this guide. Orienting the Battery Pack Caution! It is important that battery packs are inserted into the charging well correctly.
Progress Monitoring Inserting the Battery Pack Push the locking tab towards the back of the battery well until it stays in place. Place the battery in the battery well, making sure the tab at the top of the battery pack fits into the slot at the top end of the battery well.
Interpreting the LEDs Each charging bay on the multi-charger has an LED. The LED located at the base of each pocket communicates the status of the charge operation. Note: On initial power-up, all four charging LEDs will light red, yellow, green for 1 second before turning off.
There are no user serviceable parts in the Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack or the MX8 Multi-Charger. Should your multi-charger require service, contact your LXE representative. Do not operate the multi-charger if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. Return the multi- charger to LXE.
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Make sure that the battery pack period has expired. temperature is within specification and retry charging. If problem repeats, contact LXE for battery pack replacement options. The battery pack is too hot or Remove battery pack from the multi- too cold to charge.
LXE ServicePass website for the latest releases of LXE manuals. You can get help from LXE by calling the telephone numbers listed on the LXE Manuals CD, in the file titled Contacting LXE. This information is available on the LXE ServicePass website.
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