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BATTERY
As with all Ni-Cd battery products, the best battery life is
obtained by completely discharging Micro-Scope 3a prior to
recharging. The power switch is used to switch off Micro-Scope 3a,
battery charging will continue if the power connector is plugged in.
Micro-Scope 3a contains a sophisticated battery manager, which
regulates battery charging. A full charge is obtained in three
hours, after which the external power supply is used solely to
power Micro-Scope.
When the product is not used for an extended period of time, the
battery can go into ‘deep discharge’. In this state, the battery
appears unable to hold any charge.
Deep discharge can be overcome by forcing the internal circuitry to
charge the battery at a high current rate.
To do this, follow this procedure:
1) Switch off Micro-Scope
2) Connect the charger and switch on mains power
3) Leave for 5 minutes
4) Switch off mains power
5) Wait 5 seconds
6) Switch on mains power
7) Leave charging for up to three hours.
It you frequently, do not use the product for extended periods,
consider unplugging the battery when in storage. This is achieved by
disconnecting the internal 2 pin connector.
Micro-Scope can be operated with the battery disconnected.