DMTA-20102-01EN, Rev. 7, October 2022
Basic Operation 49
Battery charging in the OmniScan X3 flaw detector is performed as follows:
— When the OmniScan X3 is turned off:
When the OmniScan X3 is connected to a proper DC power source and is
turned off, it will automatically recharge the battery.
The power indicator light flashes orange to indicate that the battery is
currently being recharged. When the charge is complete, the power indicator
light emits a steady orange light. The battery can take up to 3 hours to fully
charge from a completely discharged state (less than 5 % remaining charge).
— When the OmniScan X3 is running:
When the OmniScan X3 is running and connected to a proper DC power
source, it will automatically recharge the battery. The power indicator light is
green during charging (when running).
Because the OmniScan X3 is running, less power is available from the DC
source to recharge the battery. As such, it could take up to 8 hours to charge a
completely discharged battery. For more information about battery charge
status, see “Battery Status Indicators” on page 45.
3.4.4 Storing Batteries and Extending Life
This section describes lithium-ion battery care and maintenance.
To store batteries
1. Drain, recharge, and store as follows:
Before recharging, drain the battery by running the OmniScan X3 flaw
detector on battery power until it shuts down or until you get a low-battery
warning. Do not leave the battery dormant for long periods of time. Evident
recommends using the battery at least once every two to three weeks. If a
battery has not been used for a long period of time, perform the steps of “To
extend the life of batteries” on page 50.
If you do not plan to use the OmniScan X3 on battery power within three or
more weeks, charge the battery to between 40 % and 80 % capacity (three or
four bars on the charge indicator on the battery), and then remove and store
the battery in a clean, cool, and dry place.
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