Heath Consultants Detecto Pak-Infrared (DP-I) - Manual (Page 19)

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Battery Charging
**Warning**
To reduce the risk of ignition of a flammable or explosive atmosphere, batteries must be changed
or recharged only in a location known to be non-hazardous.
The DP-IR is provided with a universal AC/DC voltage adaptor. The plug of the adaptor can
be changed to fit the type of receptacle used in your location. When the battery charger is first
plugged in the external power jack, verify that there are alternating bars on the Battery Charge
Indicator. If not, the charger is not supplying power and the connection must be verified.
When powered through external power, the battery will be charged normally, regardless of the
instrument’s operational state.
Battery Replacement
To replace the battery:
1. Remove the four screws from the battery compartment door located on the bottom side
of the DP-IR.
2. Unfasten the Velcro straps holding the battery in place.
3. Unclip the wire connector between the battery and the instrument.
4. Replace battery with a new
HEATH-approved battery.
5. Reconnect the wire connector, fasten straps and screw down the battery compartment.
6. Dispose of the old battery properly or return it to
HEATH for disposal.
External Power
The DP-IR has been designed to accommodate mobile surveying from a vehicle. If the operator
chooses to do so, he may take advantage of the vehicle’s DC power system to run the instrument
to provide continuous operation regardless of the battery state. Using the optional DC power
adapter, the DP-IR supports 12 VDC to 28 VDC vehicle power systems. The battery level
indication on the display will show alternating bars to indicate a connection to the external power
supply. Depending on the supply voltage level of the vehicle battery, the DP-IR battery may also
recharge while the instrument is powered through external power.