Powerblock Battery Safety Measures - Faro FOCUS3D X 130 User Manual

touch dangerous voltage points or cause short circuits. This could result in a
fire, electric shock, and damage to the product.
• This product should be operated only from the power source or the battery
supplied or recommended by FARO. Please ensure that the specifications of
the AC converter are met by your line voltage. If you do not know the power
line voltage in your area, please consult your local power company.
• To avoid electrical shock, use the power supply unit in dry indoor
environments only.

PowerBlock Battery Safety Measures

Following safety measures must be followed when working with the PowerBlock
battery:
• Only use the charger recommended by FARO to charge the battery.
• Do not charge or discharge damaged batteries.
• Do not charge the battery in the Focus
transport case.
• Do not use wet or dirty batteries in the Focus
• Charge within limits of 0°C (+32°F) and 45°C (113°F) temperature.
Recommended charging temperatures: 10°C (50°F) to 30°C (86°F).
• Discharge within limits of -20°C (-4°F) and 60°C (140°F) temperature.
Recommended operating temperatures: 5°C (41°F) to 40°C (104°F).
• Insert or remove batteries from the laser scanner in dry and dust-free
environments only.
• When the Focus
battery.
• Store the battery only when it is charged (at least 60% charge state). It is
recommended to charge the battery once a year when it is stored longterm.
• Storage temperatures: -20°C (-4°F) to 45°C (113°F), storage humidity range:
0% to 80%. Store in a well ventilated area. Do not store with metal objects.
Short circuit can ransom burn.
• Do not bring metal objects into contact with the batteries' terminals. The
terminals may short circuit and generate heat in this condition.
• Do not immerse batteries into water or fire (danger of explosion).
3D
X 130 is not in use for a longer period of time, remove the
Chapter 3: Safety Precautions and Maintenance
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FARO Laser Scanner Focus
3D
X 130 when it is stored in the
3D
X 130 or with the charger.
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