Overview, Specifications, Description – RKI Instruments 49-8103RK User Manual
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49-8103RK Standby Battery • 3
Overview
This manual describes the 49-8103RK standby battery. This manual also describes how to
install and maintain the standby battery.
Specifications
Table 1 lists specifications for the standby battery.
Description
The 49-8103RK Standby Battery is designed for use with a gas monitoring controller
capable of running from 24 VDC such as the RKI Instruments, Inc. Beacon 110 (ordered
with the battery charging option) or Beacon 200 controller. It can provide temporary
power to a controller if primary AC power is lost. The standby battery consists of two
batteries installed into a plastic housing with wire nuts provided for wiring connections.
Figure 1: Standby Battery Component Location
Table 1: Specifications
Construction (housing)
Weatherproof ABS plastic
Power Rating
24 VDC, 1.2 AH (amp hour)
Operating Temperature
32° F to 104° F (0°C to 40°C)
Size
5.90” H x 5.90” W x 3.80” D (150 mm H x 150 mm W x 97mm D)
Weight
3.9 lbs (1.8 kg)
1.2 Amp Hour
Battery, 2X
3/4" Conduit Hub
Wire (Black) for
Negative Connection
Wire (Red) for
Positive Connection
Factory Installed Jumper
Vent
Wire Nuts,
3 Shipped With
Unit (1 Extral)