Bacharach PCA3 - 3.1. Overview; 3.2. Power

PCA

3 Manual
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CHAPTER 3. INITIAL SETUP
3.1. Overview
Before configuring or using the PCA
®
3, you MUST:
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provide power
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connect the probe and hose assembly.
3.2. Power
Three options are available to power the PCA
®
3:
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disposable alkaline batteries
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rechargeable NiMH batteries
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AC power adapter.
If you are using either alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries to power the
analyzer, follow the instructions below to install or replace the batteries.
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Remove the battery cover from back of unit (Figure 3-1).
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Remove (and properly dispose of) any old batteries.
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Install a set of four ‘AA’ alkaline or NiMH batteries, per the “+” and “-”
markings inside the battery compartment.
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Replace the battery cover.
Figure 3-1. Battery Cover and Compartment
The AC power adapter is capable of powering the analyzer on a continuous
basis. The adapter plugs into an appropriate 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz wall outlet,
and produces an output of +6 VDC. The adapter’s output connector plugs into
the analyzer’s POWER jack located on the bottom of the unit (refer to Figure 3-2
on page 23).