Anton/Bauer Trimpac 13/14, ProPac 13/14 Guidelines for Optimum Performance Maximum Life

Models: ProPac 13/14 Trimpac 13/14

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GUIDELINES FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE

AND MAXIMUM LIFE

1.Keep batteries cool or at room temperatures whenever possible. Sustained elevated temperatures are the primary reason for premature failure of NiCad batteries:

a.Charging - Charge batteries at room temperature. In warm climates keep chargers in air conditioned rooms that are maintained between 65°F to 85°F for best performance.

b.On assignment - Do not leave batteries in a hot vehicle trunk or exposed to direct sunlight unnecessarily.

c.Storage - If batteries are not going to be used for several months, they should be fully discharged, sealed in a plastic bag and stored in a refrigerator or freezer.

2.Use only Anton/Bauer Logic Series Lifesaver Chargers and keep batteries on the charger until just prior to being used.

3.Return batteries to the Logic Series Charger as soon as possible after use, preferably within 24 hours.

4.Do not over-discharge batteries - It is quite proper to discharge a battery until a low voltage warning in the camera or VTR is observed. However, a switch to a fresh battery should occur as soon as possible following such indication.

5.Discharging the battery for diagnostic purposes should only be performed on an occasional basis (once every 6-8 weeks at most). Unnecessary discharging only detracts from overall life.

6.Periodic cleaning of both the charger terminals and battery terminals will ensure continued reliable operation. Dirty terminals may cause the battery to indicate a steady red (“Hold”) mode on the charger.

Cleaning the terminals with a pencil eraser or lightly scraping the surface with a blunt instrument will help prevent this situation.

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Anton/Bauer Trimpac 13/14, ProPac 13/14 owner manual Guidelines for Optimum Performance Maximum Life