User Manual Part 4

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RF-7800B
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
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Refer to Paragraph 3.3.2.5 for information on connecting the battery box to RF-7800B-DU024 Land Portable
BGAN Terminal.
5.3.1 Battery Life
The most significant factor in determining battery life is transmission output power level and duty cycle. To
maximize battery life, keep BGAN terminal off when not needed, and minimize transmissions.
5.3.2 Battery Safety
WARNING
For batteries containing Lithium, do not charge, short circuit,
incinerate, mutilate, recharge non-rechargeable batteries,
expose to fire, or expose to temperatures above 130F
(54.4C). Failure to comply may cause battery to vent,
rupture, start a fire, or explode, causing personal injury.
WARNING
Never expose batteries to any amount of water at any time.
This could cause a fire or explosion, causing personal injury.
WARNING
Do not activate Complete Discharge Device (CDD) of a
damaged Lithium Battery as this could release toxic material
that can cause personal injury.
WARNING
If the battery becomes hot, a hissing sound is heard, and an
irritating smell occurs; power the radio OFF, disconnect the
batteries from the radio and move the equipment to a
well-ventilated area. If a battery leak is detected, follow
appropriate Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) procedures to
reduce risk of personal injury.
Dispose of partially and fully discharged batteries in accordance with your local directives. Improper disposal of
hazardous waste is prohibited by law.
When using BA-5590/U Lithium batteries, it is recommended that the user consult MIL-B-49430 (ER), MIL-SPEC,
batteries, non-rechargeable, Lithium Sulfur Dioxide, and MIL-B-49430/3D (ER), MIL-SPEC, batteries,
nonrechargeable, Lithium Sulfur Dioxide BA-5590/U.