User's Manual

Chapter 1 — Using the CS40
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About Battery Life and Conservation
Batteries that are stored outside the CS40 for long periods of time
slowly discharge. Intermec recommends storing the battery in a
charger to maintain battery performance.
Battery Conservation Tips
When You Want To: Do This to Save Battery Power:
Use the CS40 and the Low
Battery status icon appears
or the Battery light comes
on.
• Connect the CS40 to an external power
source.
• Or, save your data and tap Start >
Shutdown. After the CS40 turns off,
remove the battery and insert a fully
charged battery.
Stop using the CS40 for
5 minutes or longer.
Make sure the low battery icon is not on the
screen and the Battery light is not turned on.
Press and hold the Power button for about
2 seconds to suspend the CS40.
Store the CS40 for more
than a day.
If you are storing the CS40 for a few days, such
as over the weekend, install a charged battery
or connect the CS40 to a power source.
If you are storing the CS40 for longer, remove
and charge the battery, and then store both
the battery and CS40 in a cool location. If you
store the battery for several months, recharge
the battery to keep it at peak performance.
Store the battery outside the
CS40.
Store the batteries in a charger.