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Introduction Table of Contents Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for choosing the Bowens Turbo-Pak battery for professional flash systems.
Battery Cassette & Charging Control Panel Guide !!! WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE !!! Gemini Connections • ONLY USE A CHARGER APPROVED BY BOWENS FOR USE WITH THIS EQUIPMENT • TAKE CARE NOT TO DROP THE BATTERY CASSETTE - THE BATTERY IS HEAVIER THAN THE SIZE OF THE CASSETTE MIGHT SUGGEST. • DO NOT USE A DAMAGED BATTERY CASSETTE. • KEEP THE BATTERY CASSETTE CLEAN AND DRY TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF THE CONTACTS AND FUSES.
Charging the Battery Cassette Fitting the Battery Cassette • Lay the pack on is longest side with the on/off switch uppermost. • Connect the charger to the mains supply and switch on. • Lay the Battery Cassette with the fuses uppermost and the slotted handle to the right. • A red indicator on the charger shows that the Cassette is charging normally. • Rotate the toggle button on the base of the Cassette to release the two handles and open them fully out.
Battery Level Indicator Controlling the TurboPak The Battery Cassette can also be charged at the same time as the unit is being used and this will effectively extend the number of flashes available. A discharged battery will take approximately 5-6 hours to fully charge. For best results and maximum life from a Battery Cassette always keep it fully charged and avoid fully discharging it. Always charge the Battery Cassette as soon as possible after use and never leave it flat.
Status & Fault Indication Fast / Slow Switch All batteries have a finite capacity and life. Both of these are affected by the way the battery is charged and discharged. A high discharge rate will reduce both the capacity (number of flashes available from a full charge) and the time to end of life (the point at which the battery is deemed to be unusable).
Accessories Recommended Maintenance The Battery Cassette needs very little routine maintenance but for longest service life the following should be noted: • Keep the Battery Cassette clean and dry. Do not use any organic solvents or detergents. Wipe it with a clean dr cloth. • Only use a Bowens recommended charger. • Charge or swap out the Battery Cassette before it is fully discharged. • Never store the Battery Cassette in a partial or fully discharged condition.
Battery Cassette Specifications TurboPak Specifications Weight Size Power Source Typical Recycle Time Items Supplied in Carton 9.8Kg (inc battery) (L x W x H) 270mm x 180mm x 242mm (H = 281mm inc.
