User's Manual

Table Of Contents
PRELIMINARY
TD 92417GB
2007-02-19/ Ver. PA
User Manual
Ascom a71 Alarm Tranceiver and Ascom p71 Transceiver
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11 Maintenance
Use only original accessories. Installation and repairs should be done by authorised
personnel only. Keep the recharging contacts on the transceiver away from metallic and
greasy objects.
11.1 Atex/EX
Battery
In combination with EX-versions use approved battery types only. See EC Type Examination
Certificate Sira 05ATEX2310 and following supplements.
The documents mentioned above and the EC Declaration of Conformity can be found at
http://www.ascom.com/ws/products_ws.htm and www.IECEX.com
11.2 Replace the Battery
The plastic plate at the back of the transceiver is used to lock/unlock the battery lid.
Figure 17.
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Figure 16. Battery replacement.
1 Push the plate to release the battery lid, see (1). Remove the lid and the battery.
2 Insert the new battery into the battery compartment (2).
3 Fasten the battery lid and secure it by pulling the plate (3).
11.2.1 Replacing battery in EX Version
The battery is fastened by a screw that requires a special tool; Battery pack opener for
ATEX. To replace the battery:
1 Turn the screw to horizontal position.
2 Remove the battery lid and the battery.
3 Insert the new battery into the battery compartment, see (2) in figure 16 on page
25.
4 Before attaching the battery lid, turn the screws to horizontal position.
5 Attach the battery lid and turn the screws to a vertical position.
Note: Removing an EX-battery is not permitted in a restricted area.