ZOLL AutoPulse Rev A - Manual (Page 33)

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Power System User Guide
AutoPulse Batteries stored outside the Multi-Chemistry Charger for longer than 4 weeks may be
subject to irreparable damage.
6.2.4 Reaching the End of AutoPulse Li-Ion Battery Service Life
The expected service life of AutoPulse Li-Ion batteries is three years from its date of manufacture. Refer
to Section 5.1, “AutoPulse Li-Ion Battery Status LEDs” for more information.
Note: The AutoPulse Li-Ion Battery will not operate after five years from its date of manufacture.
Once an AutoPulse Li-Ion Battery has reached the end of its service life, you should
discontinue use of the AutoPulse Li-Ion Battery. Dispose of it properly. Refer to Section 6.2.6,
“Disposing of AutoPulse Batteries” for more information.
Caution: Do not attempt to open the AutoPulse Li-Ion Battery. The AutoPulse Li-Ion Battery has no
serviceable parts.
6.2.5 Reaching the End of AutoPulse NiMH Battery Service Life
The expected service life of AutoPulse NiMH batteries is two to four years.
Note: The AutoPulse NiMH Battery will not operate after 100 full charge/discharge cycles.Once a
AutoPulse NiMH Battery has reached the end of its service life, you should discontinue use of
the AutoPulse NiMH Battery. Dispose of it properly. Refer to Section 6.2.6, “Disposing of
AutoPulse Batteries” for more information.
Caution: Do not attempt to open the AutoPulse NiMH Battery. The AutoPulse NiMH Battery has no
serviceable parts.
6.2.6 Disposing of AutoPulse Batteries
Do not throw your batteries away or send them to municipal dumps. Call your local waste management
officials for proper disposal instructions.
Caution: Do not heat, burn, or incinerate a AutoPulse Battery. Exposure to heat above 158ºF (70ºC)
may irreversibly damage the AutoPulse Battery.
Warning: Always charge a stored Battery before placing the Battery in active operation. Battery may
self-discharge when not in use. Failure to charge a Battery before use may cause device
power failure. In no case should any Battery be used if it has not been charged within 2
days.