User's Manual

1673 OPERATION MANUAL REV A
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3. PREOPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
3.1. PHYSICAL INSPECTION
3.1.1. Inspect all components for physical damage.
3.1.2. Remove the caps from the CHARGE/PROGRAM ports on the Controller Unit and
Remote Units are clean and dry and show no signs of physical damage.
3.1.3. Ensure that the Remote and Controller Unit antennas are clean and free of damage and
can be extended and retracted with relative ease.
3.1.4. Examine the shock tube igniter jacks on the Remote Units. The jacks should be clean
and dry.
3.1.5. Examine the Remote Unit’s shock tube igniter tips. They should be clean and dry. If
more than 500 shots have accumulated on either tip, replacement is recommended to ensure
reliable shot initiation.
3.1.6. Ensure the Electronic Key port on the Controller Unit and Remote Units are clean and
dry. Ensure the enable keys can be inserted smoothly and show no signs of physical damage.
3.2. CHARGING THE BATTERIES
3.2.1. Ensure all units are turned off and indoors.
3.2.2. Ensure the ambient air temperature is between 32 and 86 F (0 to 30 C).
3.2.3. Remove the dust covers from the CHARGE/PROGRAM ports. Line the key on the
charger adapter plugs with the slot on the top of the CHARGE/PROGRAM ports mounted on each
unit. Insert the plugs and turn clockwise until locked in place.
3.2.4. Insert the supplied battery chargers into suitable power outlets (100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz).
3.2.5. Once the battery charger is connected to a RFD Unit, the red FAST light will begin
blinking for a few seconds and then the light turns to red to indicate the unit is charging. When
charge is complete, the green SLOW light turns on. If either of the two lights blinks continuously,
then an error has been detected. Charge time is approximately 3 hours. For maximum battery
life, avoid leaving the charger connected for more than 24 hours when possible.
3.2.6. When charging is complete, disconnect the battery chargers and reinstall the dust covers
on the CHARGE/PROGRAM ports.