Additional Operating Information; Replacing The Battery - Argos PVAC Manuel De L'opérateur

Argos Technologies P-Vac™ Portable Vacuum System — Operator's Manual

Additional Operating Information

1. Power Button's standard function is to switch the unit on and off. However,
additional functionality is provided.
a. During operation, if there is a fault condition (Vacuum Status LED Red) the
power button can be pressed momentarily to continue creating a vacuum for a
few seconds.
b. The Power Button can be held for three seconds to power off the P-Vac.
c. The Power Button can be held for seven seconds to place the P-Vac into
Shipping Mode (See Preparation for Shipping section in the manual).
2. The P-Vac has been designed to be used and charged simultaneously. There is no
performance penalty when using the P-Vac while it is charging.
3. Battery:
a. The P-Vac can be used without a battery installed as long as the P-Vac is
connected to the power supply.
b. The P-Vac has been designed with battery over-charge and under-charge
protection.
c. If any faults are encountered during charging the LED will display Red
indicating that the internal battery may have reached the end of its life and
require replacement. (See Troubleshooting section in manual)
4. If the P-Vac has been left running for over 10 minutes without reaching the desired
vacuum, the unit will shut down. By momentarily pressing the power button the
P-Vac will wake up and operations will continue if a fault is not detected.

Replacing the Battery

The P-Vac system is supplied with a 3.6 volt lithium ion battery. This allows the unit
to be operated without using a dedicated power source.
To replace / install the battery:
1. Disconnect the power supply from the unit.
2. Lay the P-Vac on the front panel with the bottom facing toward the operator.
3. Using a Philips screw driver, remove the battery housing screw and set aside.
4. Turn the unit so the back faces towards the operator.
5. Remove the battery cover to allow access to the battery.
6. Install / remove the battery from the circuit board. The positive + side should be
inserted facing the top of the unit.
7. Replace battery cover and rotate until bottom is facing toward the operator. Insert
screw and tighten.
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