CHAPTER 14 RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
14 Rechargeable battery
The Photosynthesis Yield Analyzer MINI-PAM is equipped with
a rechargeable sealed-lead acid battery.
The life time is 1-3 years and it depends on the specific
application. A 10 °C rise of the temperature will decrease battery life
by approx. 25%. Near the end-of-life the standby capacity of the
battery will be reduced. When this reduction becomes persistently,
please replace the battery.
The battery cannot be overcharged, when the battery charger
supplied with the instrument is used! Do not use any other battery
charger!
Never store the instrument with a discharged or partially
discharged battery! It is recommended to charge the battery every
three months during the storage period.
For optimum performance always recharge the battery
immediately after discharging!
Never leave the battery in a discharged stage!
Never short-circuit the battery terminals!
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