Trimble M3 Total Station User Manual

3 Before Going to the Field
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3.1 Unpacking and packing the instrument
Note – Handle the Trimble M3 total station carefully to protect it from shocks and
excessive vibration.
31.1 Unpacking the instrument
To unpack the instrument, grip the carrying handle and
carefully remove the instrument from the carrying case.
31.2 Packing the instrument
Note – Store the instrument with the battery pack
attached.
To pack the instrument back into the carrying case:
1. Set the telescope in the horizontal face-1
position.
2. Align the storage marks (W + + W) as shown
in the figure right.
3. Lightly fasten the clamp knobs.
4. Place the instrument in the carrying case.
Note – When packing the charger in the plastic carrying
case, make sure that you store it as shown on the sticker
inside the case. Make sure that the battery charger cable
is not pinched when you close the case cover.
3.1 Charging and discharging the battery pack
31.1 Safety notices
Before charging the battery pack, read the following warnings, cautions and notes.
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WARNING – To charge the battery pack (BC-65), use only the battery charger that is
attached to the instrument. Do NOT use any other charger or you may cause the battery
pack to catch fire or rupture. The enclosed battery pack (BC-65) cannot be used with other
chargers, such as a charger with part number Q-7U/E or Q-7C.
WARNING – Do not cover the battery charger while the battery pack is being recharged.
The charger must be able to dissipate heat adequately. Coverings such as blankets or
clothing can cause the charger to overheat.
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Trimble M3 Total Station Specifications

General

Brand	Trimble
Model	M3 Total Station
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English