Product Manual

2036991-001C CARESCAPE V100 Vital Signs Monitor 13-3
Battery: Description
Description
The CARESCAPE V100 Vital Signs Monitor uses an internal battery. The battery is
a sealed lead acid battery that can be charged at any time without fear of
reducing its charge capacity. The monitor is always powered by the battery; and
the battery is constantly being charged whenever the external DC charger is
connected.
The V100 Monitor is designed to operate from an internal lead-acid battery (see
“Specifications” in “Product Overview” Section).
NOTES
 The V100 Monitor is designed to operate with the internal battery in place at
all times.
 Be sure to unplug the monitor before transport.
WARNINGS
Do not disassemble, open, or shred the battery under any
circumstances.
The battery pack can explode, leak or catch on fire if heated or
exposed to fire or high temperatures.
Do not short circuit the battery pack by directly connecting the
metal terminals. Be certain that no metal objects such as coins,
paper clips, etc., touch the terminals.
Charge the battery pack only with V100 Vital Signs Monitor's
internal charger.
Take out the battery pack if storing for long term;
overdischarge might impair the battery.
CAUTIONS
During normal charging or discharging no gases are produced
by the battery. In the event of a malfunction that causes
overheating or overcharging, individual cells may vent gases to
minimize accumulation.
Do not drop this battery pack or subject it to mechanical shock.
Use only batteries recommended by GE Medical Systems
Information Technologies. Other batteries could result in
monitor shut down.