I-Stat Alinity Rechargeable Battery; Principles Of Operation - Abbott i-STAT Alinity Operation Manual

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1.4 - i-STAT Alinity Rechargeable Battery

Overview
This Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery is designed for use only with the i‑STAT Alinity instrument. When
attached to the instrument, it is the power source for all functionality. Thumb tabs on either side of the
battery enable easy removal and replacement of the battery on the instrument.
For instructions on using the battery, refer to the i‑STAT Alinity Rechargeable Battery Getting Started
Guide.
Description
The rechargeable battery allows the instrument to perform testing. The battery recharges when it is
attached to the instrument and docked in a powered Base Station. An indicator on the upper right hand
side of the instrument screen indicates the battery level. Testing is disabled when the battery level is
insufficient to perform a cartridge test. An alert displays when the battery level approaches the level at
which testing is disabled. Instructions for attaching the battery are found in the i‑STAT Alinity
Rechargeable Battery Getting Started Guide. For a full list of all battery icons available for display on the
instrument, see the Quick Reference Guide.

Principles of Operation

The battery pack contains a Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery cell and electronics for charging and fuel
gauge functionality. The fuel gauge predicts the battery capacity while also providing protection against
short circuit, over current and over voltage. The battery pack and Base Station are designed to allow for
the battery to be charged without detaching from the instrument.
i-STAT Alinity — System Operations Manual Art: 745529-01 Rev. G Rev. Date: 04-Mar-2021