Specifications
SECTION 4
BATTERIES AND CHARGING
With the SW-1000-SC are provided one RB-14 nickel-metal hydride (NiMH)
rechargeable battery pack and an RCS-3U-HIU smart charger (Fig. 4). OTS offers
an optional charger, the RC-SW-6 (Fig. 5), that charges up to six RB-14 batteries
at a time.
Note: Due to the self-discharge characteristics of Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)
batteries, they should be charged upon receipt of the unit and at least once a
month to maintain service life.
The RB-14 nickel-metal hydride battery pack has greater capacity than NiCad
batteries and does not suffer from “memory effect” as does a NiCad battery pack.
Note: The battery you receive may have specications upgraded from what is
stated in this manual. Due to advancing battery technologies, we continually
upgrade our batteries and chargers. Contact OTS or your OTS dealer to nd
out the latest available battery and charger.
4.1 BATTERY INSTALLATION OR REPLACEMENT
To install or replace the batteries, follow these steps (refer to Figure 2 with the
indicated item numbers):
1. Locate the latches on the sides of the SW-1000-SC’s lower housing (#5). Pull
up on the latches simultaneously.
2. Separate the upper and lower modules while being careful not to damage the
o-ring (#10 & #6).
3. If you are replacing a currently installed RB-14 battery, remove the old RB-14
from the lower housing (#7).
4. Install the RB-14 by inserting it into the lower housing of the diver unit
with the contacts oriented so they connect to the springs located in the upper
electronics housing (#9).
5. Verify that the o-ring (#8) is in place, lightly lubricated with a high-grade
silicone grease, and free of debris.
6. Carefully mate the upper and lower housings together. Ensure that they line
up evenly and that nothing is on the o-ring or mating surface.
7. Connect the latches from the lower housing (#5) to the upper strikes (#4). Pull
down the latches simultaneously until fully down. Doing so will spring-load
the upper and lower assemblies.
8. Look on all sides of the SW-1000-SC to verify the upper and lower
assemblies appear evenly matched with no high spots. Note: If the housing
is not completely sealed, water will enter during the dive and may damage
the battery and EM type selection switch.
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