User's Manual

Special Considerations 1 - 9
Removing the Battery
To remove the battery:
1. Use T8 Torx drive to remove the two screws that secure the battery cover.
2. Lift the battery cover from the handle.
3. Inside the battery compartment, press down the plastic tab of the Battery cable connector and slide it out of
the female connector.
4. Remove the battery from the battery compartment.
Figure 1-6 Removing the Battery
Charging the Battery
Before using the MC18 for the first time, charge the battery. The battery fully charges in approximately four
hours.
Use this procedure to charge the battery:
1. Ensure the cradle is connected to the appropriate power source. See Chapter 8, Cradle Installation for
more information.
Battery Cover
Battery
Battery Compartment
Battery Cable Connector
Press down plastic tab to release
CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page
10-1.
NOTE Battery life is based upon the following; MC18 usage, WLAN radio is set to maximum power mode, WLAN
is associated with an Access Point and display backlight set to 25% brightness.