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1.15 BATTERY MANAGEMENT
For battery management, please read the safety instructions delivered with the instrument (printed and
on the CDROM)
1.15.1 Battery charge
When using a new battery, leave the battery in charge for about 10 hours in order to achieve full charge. Do not
use the instrument prior to 2-3 hours of charge. Usual charging time is about 6 hours when instrument is switched
off.
Battery charge:
o Connect the instrument to the charger delivered with the instrument.
o Connect the charger to the mains. The instrument is automatically powered up. During the charge you
can continue using it. For a faster charge, it is recommended to switch the instrument off. A full charge
requires about 6 hours.
It is recommended to disconnect the charger from the mains when you are not using it.
1.15.2 Battery replacement
Safety instructions:
o Do not use batteries other than type PIL1133 provided for FALCON and identified as 01dB
Metravib WILPA 2344A
o Do not open or disassemble the battery pack. The pack includes protections and an assembly
essential for the safety that should be changed in no case.
o The battery pack is interchangeable only for maintenance purposes. The operating lifetime of the pack
is sufficient for a full working day. The pack should not be changed periodically to artificially increase its
lifetime. The pack is not intended for this type of use, which would result in a dangerous mechanical
wear.
o Do not short-circuit the terminals of the battery connector. For safety reasons, the battery pack
includes an internal non-resettable fuse. A short-circuit makes it unusable.
o Respect voltage, current and temperature indicated on the label of the battery.
o Do not expose the battery to water or condensation.
o Do not place the battery in fire or near any other source of temperature (> 70°C). This can cause
overheating or a fire start. Such use may also lead to a loss of performance and a significant reduction
of the lifetime of the battery.
o Disconnect the battery and the charger immediately in the following situation:
unusual odour
abnormally high temperature
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