Chapter 2 DFX
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Batteries
A rechargeable battery (green decal) is provided
with your instrument. This battery can be recharged
hundreds of times as long as the battery hasn't been
stored for extended periods of time or overcharged.
Full charge can be achieved anytime during the
discharge cycle. When using the QUICK charge
setting (U.S.A. only) use the Charging Hours chart
on the following page for charge time. A full charge
will last ten to fi fteen hours of normal use.
Battery life will vary with temperature, the number
of targets found, and the exact settings used. Six
hours is not unusual for extreme high performance
settings, backlight use, or for batteries that have
experienced extensive use.
is for USA ONLY. It is not
available on 220-240 volt.)
switch on it that selects the QUICK charge, or
OVERNIGHT charge options. Always check the
position of this switch prior to charging. Always
follow the charge hours on the chart on the follow-
ing page when the QUICK charge setting is used.
Overcharging with the QUICK charge setting will
Slide open the battery holder lid (decal side of
battery holder) by applying gentle upward
pressure on the tab of the door so that it unlocks.
Slide the door away from the battery box
exposing the cell positions.
Remove any old cells from the holder. Note the
(+) and (-) positions of each cell and the (+)
and (-) for each position marked inside the cell tray.
noting carefully the cor-
rect (+) and (-) positions.
If the cells are installed incorrectly, the detector
may require service by an Authorized
Slide the door closed so that it snaps securely.
Insert the battery holder into the detector so that
the decal is facing down, with the battery
holder door tab and metal contact points facing
toward the inside of the battery compartment.
Close the battery compartment door and secure
the two latches on the bottom of the case. Hook
the front of each latch fi rst, then press down on the
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