INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS EQUIPMENT PER THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. AM16905-001 Rev.A pg.
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ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 100 - 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz CAUTIONS Installation To ensure that the Charger has proper cooling, do not place any padding or cushioning material under the unit or next to the back of the unit. Use of Shielded Data Cable Printers comply with international regulations governing radiated emissions when using fully shielded data cables. Data cables must be fully shielded and fitted with metal or metallized connector shells.
INTRODUCTION NOTE: Zebra Technologies Corporation is not liable for personal injury or damage to any equipment caused by the improper installation of this equipment to any power source. The Zebra RCLI-AC Charger system is designed to allow Zebra Technology QL or RW series Mobile Printers to run off an A.C. power source. It does this by providing intelligent charging capabilities for the printer’s battery allowing it to run for prolonged periods of time off A.C. power .
REGULATORY INFORMATION Regulatory Markings Type-approval labels indicate compliance with country regulations. This product carries country-specific labels to indicate compliance. Radio Frequency Interference Regulations This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference in a residential installation.
INSTALLATION Tools Required • An electrical drill • 5/32”(4 mm) drill bits (for clearance holes) • Taps- #6-32 (M3) (optional) • Common hand tools References • QL 420 User’s Guide • RW 420 User’s Guide Contents of the Package • The RCLI-AC Charger Assembly including integrated input power module and output cable.
NOTE: Locate the Charger and route the cables out of the way of normal use. Refer to Figure 2 for Charger mounting dimensions. Recommended fasteners for the Charger are #6 [M3] bolts, flat washers and lock washers The Charger is pre-wired with a power module which plugs into the AC power source, and is connected by a 24” [61 cm] long cable to the charger unit. Splicing onto the input power cable is not recommended due to voltage drops encountered across splices and other discontinuities.
6.25” (15.88 cm) A.C. Power Input .21” Dia. x 2 (5.3 mm) 3.25” (8.25 cm) 8.4 VDC Output (to Printer) 5.62” (14.27 cm) Figure 2 Charger Installation Dimensions General Guidelines • Route the Input Power from the general area where the unit(s) will be mounted. • Protect the cables with a snap-in bushing if they must be routed through a wall or sheet-metal enclosures. • Make sure that cable routing does not interfere with other equipment.
Connect the Printer • Plug the output cable from the Charger to the battery connection on the printer. (Refer to the QL Series Users Guide or the or RW 420 Users Guide for more information.) If you are using a MMQ4 Mobile mount in conjunction with a QL 420 Printer, it may be easier to plug in the charger connector before mounting the Printer to the Mobile Mount bracket. • Plug the power module into an A.C.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT U.S. ONLY Zebra maintains a help line for questions involving installation of the RCLI-AC Chargers. Please have as much information as possible regarding your particular application ready .when you call to enable the technical support personnel to help you. The number in the U.S. is (800)-423-0442. and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 P.M . E.S.T. Ask for Charger Technical Support. ALL OTHERS For Technical Support please contact your local Zebra sales representative.
