Flytec 6030 * - Manual (Page 35)

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new batteries into Bank 2. In doing this it is ensured that you may use up the batteries
completely without taking the risk that during a flight all the batteries are discharged.
The following batteries are appropriate for use:
•
2 pieces each per Bank Alkaline High Power batteries 1.5 size AA.
Estimated operation time 2 times 13h = 26h in total
• 2 pieces each per Bank NiMH Accumulators 2100mAh, 1.2V size AA.
Estimated operation time 2 times 11h = 22h in total.
The right battery type needs to be set in Basic Settings. If a wrong setting has been entered,
it may tend to the result that the instrument switches completely off prematurely when
changing from Bank 1 to Bank 2.
We recommend not to use NiCd Accumulators. These batteries have significantly reduced
capacity and they are less environment-friendly. Also the switching threshold is not laid-out
for NiCd Accumulators.
The estimated operation time mentioned above is based on normal temperatures. At low
temperatures the batteries and accumulators have a notably shorter service life.
The FLYTEC 6030 GPS contains a charging set for accumulators of the NiMH (Nickel-Metal-
Hydride) type. Notice: If Alkaline 1,5 V batteries are fitted, they must in no way be charged!
These accumulators may be charged by use of a plug-in charger as standard accessory for
alternating current power supply ( 100 bis 230 V~ ), by using a vehicle battery (10 … 18V),
or by means of a solar panel (12V). One charging cycle (for empty accumulators) lasts
approx. 4 to 6 hours. The intelligent charging set in the FLYTEC 6030 GPS recognises when
the
accumulators are fully charged and disables the charging. It is therefore impossible to
overcharge the battery if one has forgotten to unplug the charger unit. However, we
recommend to unplug the charger unit when charging is completed, yet for safety reasons.
Two fully charged accumulator banks provide capacity for approx. 2 x 20 = 40 operating
hours when Vario and GPS-reception are enabled.
Please bear in mind that the battery’s capacity decreases at very low temperatures. When
the battery capacity has dropped to about 10 %, the instrument shall automatically log-off.
Although the battery operation time indicator is temperature compensated, we recommend
you to start with at least 50 % of battery capacity, in particular for longer flights.
One Bargraph scale shows the battery charge level. Immediately subsequent to charging
the indicated battery operating time will appear being too high, as the accumulators are
still warm. As standard accessories included in the scope of supply there are the power pack,
as well as vehicle battery charger leads with cigarette lighter plug. Finally, a data cable for
the PC is also included. The rated battery voltage is 2 x 1.2 V per Bank.
Following plug-in the red light-emitting diode (LED) may flash a few moments in order to
check the current accumulator’s state, then afterwards it will burn permanently until the
Bank 1
Bank 2
Bank 2
Bank 1