Safety
Important information on the safe installation and operation of this product. Read this information before operating the product. For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate the product if you do not understand how to use it safely. Save these instructions for future reference.
Warning Symbols Used in these Instructions
Warning Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others, comments appear supported by the warning triangle symbol. Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated equipment, process or surroundings, comments appear supported by the word ‘Caution’.
Warning Where there is a risk of electric shock, comments appear supported by the hazardous voltage warning triangle.
Intended Use
The Anton/Bauer VCLX NM2 Lithium-ion battery is specifically designed and optimized to be charged with current Anton/Bauer chargers. The VCLX NM2 battery Series are compatible with Anton/Bauer chargers and have been tested on industry recognized competitive chargers as well. For optimal performance and enhanced battery longevity, we recommend using Anton/Bauer chargers.
Full Documentation
This Quick-Start Guide will provide you with a brief overview of the key features and functionality of the VCLX NM2. For more detailed information you can explore the full manual. The manual can be accessed via the Product page on the Anton/Bauer website. https://www.antonbauer.com/en/products/vclx/
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Electrical Connection
Danger Risk of electric shock. Do not remove cover, no user serviceable parts inside the product.
Warning Risk of electric shock. Always check cables for signs of damage. Damaged cables can cause personal injury and/or damage the equipment.
Caution Do not exceed the current output limit of the product when powering auxiliary devices.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Operation
Warning Special precautions and handling instructions are contained in this user guide and should be strictly adhered to for safe and reliable operation.
Warning Never use flammable or combustible materials and solvents around batteries or chargers.
Caution The product should not be used outside the operating temperature limits. Refer to the product technical specifications for the operating limits for the product.
Warning While we offer the protection against water ingress, we still generally advise against doing so as part of good practice. We don't formally have an IP rating, so this is a bit of a catch all.
Warning When cleaning the product, use a soft damp cloth only. Do not wet the exposed metal parts of the battery. Do not use solvents, detergents or scouring agents.
Caution All Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries have a finite life. If the battery exhibits noticeably shortened run-time the battery should be replaced immediately. Shortened run-time is indicative of at least one cell, which has reached end of life. Under no Circumstances attempt to “recondition” this battery by repeated charging and discharging.
Danger Do not drop, puncture or crush this battery. Do not use the battery if the case is damaged or broken. Do not open or attempt to service this battery if damaged.
Warning These electronic devices can be damaged if the battery is subject to abuse or damage. Do not use a battery that has been subjected to excessive mechanical shock or water damage.
Charging
Danger The VCLX NM2 Battery can only be charged with the VCLX NM2 charger. Do not attempt to charge on non-InterActive chargers or chargers not manufactured by Anton/Bauer.
Maintenance
Danger The fitting of non-approved parts or accessories, or the carrying out of non-approved alterations or servicing can be dangerous and could affect the safety of the product. It may also invalidate the terms and conditions of the product warranty.
Danger Never attempt to service this battery. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Danger Never attempt to open this battery. The electronic circuits inside the battery can be damaged causing malfunction and/or potential hazard to person and property.
Periodic cleaning of both the charger terminals and battery terminals will ensure continued reliable operation. Clean the terminals occasionally with a pencil eraser or lightly scrape the surface with a blunt instrument to help reduce the likely hood of build up causing poor communication or charging.
Contact Anton/Bauer Customer Support Group with additional inquires as to maintenance.
Storage
Caution Sustained elevated temperatures are the primary reason for premature failure of Nickel-metal hydride batteries.
Caution Charge batteries at room temperature. In warm climates keep chargers in air conditioned rooms for best performance.
Caution Although Nickel-metal hydride has good self discharge characteristics, batteries should be stored for long term storage in a fully charged condition.
Caution Batteries should be stored in a fully charged state with the button in the OFF position to minimize the self-discharge. The battery will "wake up" with the push of the button if it hasn't' self-discharged entirely, otherwise will "wake up" when placed on a charger.