American Diagnostic Corporation (ADC) Diagnostix Desk Charging Base User Manual

Desk Charging Base

Instruction Manual

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1. A SPECIAL THANK YOU

Congratulations on your purchase of an ADC®Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base.

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professional diagnostic products are the instruments of choice where

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accuracy and dependability are critical.

This feature rich instrument was designed to simplify physical exams and non­invasive diagnostics with proper use and care it will provide many years of
dependable service.

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Read this booklet thoroughly before attempting to use your new ADC

Diagnostix™

Desk Charging Base.

2. INTRODUCTION - INTENDED USE

This manual is for the ADC®Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base. The charger base is
manufactured for use with ADC or compatible 2.5v or 3.5v power handles and
instrument heads. The base is designed to recharge compatible power handles.

If you have any questions, call our toll-free number or visit our website. For contact
information, see the last page of this instruction booklet.

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Please note that the ADC
charging ADC®instruments operated with ADC® rechargeable batteries.

Do not use with any other equipment. To learn more, visit our website at:
www.adctoday.com.

Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base is only suitable for

3. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

You have purchased a high quality ADC®Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base which
has been manufactured to the highest quality standards and is subject to rigorous
quality control. Read these instructions for use carefully before putting the unit into
operation and keep them in a safe place.

If you should have any questions, call our toll free number or visit our website. Our
address can be found on the last page of this booklet.

Please note that all instruments described in these instructions for use are only to
be used by suitably trained personnel. The safe functioning of this instrument is
only guaranteed when original parts and accessories from ADC

Attention:

There may be a risk of gases igniting when the instrument is used in the presence of
flammable or combustable gases. Working in areas with good ventilation is
recommended.

Never attempt to take the instrument apart!

There is a danger of life-threatening electrical shock. Unplug the instrument
before cleaning or when disinfecting.

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are used.

Warning: The device contains sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong
electrical or electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g., mobile
telephones, microwave ovens). These can lead to temporary impairment of the ADC
Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base.

Warning: Do not use batteries, electrical cords other than those included with this
product or replacement parts supplied by the manufacturer.

Warning: This product may contain a chemical known to the state of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Caution: The standard material used is latex-free.

4. START-UP AND OPERATION:

The ADC®Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base is available as a 230v or 120v model
and suitable for charging of 2.5v or 3.5v handles.

a) Preparation prior to charging

Ensure that the charging base is positioned on a•
level surface. Do not position unit in the direct
vicinity of a radiator and protect against direct
sunlight.
Fluids must not penetrate into the interior of the•
enclosure. Do not use fluids in close proximity of
the charging base.
Connect unit to an electrical outlet. Ensure that the•
voltage stated on the rating plate on the bottom of
the unit agrees with the mains voltage. After
connection of the charging base, a self-test is
performed. During the test, the LEDs on the front
of the unit will be repeatedly switched on.
When charging 19mm handles (AA size), insert•
plastic reducers inhandle recesses. When
charging 28 mm handles (C size), remove
reducers from handle recesses by lifting in an
upward direction before inserting handle.
The ADC® Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base•
may be used for charging 2.5v and 3.5v
rechargeable batteries respectively. The charging chambers are interchangeable
and may be used with 2.5v or 3.5v battery handles. A 2.5v and 3.5v unit may be
charged simultaneously.

b) Charging

The rechargeable battery is tested when inserted into the charging chamber. At•
voltages of less than 1.5v, the rechargeable battery is either fully discharged or
faulty. The charging base will try to recharge the battery by applying a pulsating
charging current. The yellow charging LED will flash.
For rechargeable battery voltages of more than 1.5v, charging will commence.•
The yellow charging LED will turn on.

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c) Charging Time

The end of the charging time is detected by evaluation of the negative voltage•
differential caused by heating of the rechargeable battery cells when fully
charged. The yellow charging LED will switch off and the green ”rechargeable
battery full” LED will switch on.
The charging time is limited to max. 4.75 h by the internal timer.•
When the rechargeable battery is fully charged•
(green LED on), the unit will switch to
maintenance charge.
The temperature inside the charger base is•
monitored. Do not keep in sunlight, or close
proximity of a radiator, as over heating may cause
premature actuation of the automatic switch-off
mechanism shutting the charger off before
completing a full charge.

Warning!

When the handle is removed from the charging chamber for a few seconds•
whilst the rechargeable battery is fully charged (green LED on) without
switching on, initially the yellow charging LED will be switched on when
reinserting the unused rechargeable battery. However, this is not due to
malfunction of the charging base but the described ”rechargeable battery full”
sensor.
When the rechargeable battery is full, no negative voltage differential can be•
recorded. The rechargeable battery must first heat up in order to signal
”rechargeable battery fully charged”.
The time prior to the green ”rechargeable battery fully charged” LED switching•
on again may vary considerably (15 minutes or longer). Additional temperature
sensing and a timer, however, ensure that the charging process is carefully
monitored at any time.

We recommend to keep the instrument in the charging chambers after
use to ensure that instruments are always ready.

5. SPECULA COMPARTMENT

The specula compartment may be used for spare
specula and lamps.

6. WALL MOUNTING

The ADC®Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base may be
mounted on the wall. Hold wall rail to the place on the
wall intended for mounting. Mark holes with a pen and
drill holes of 5 mm (3/16”). Insert the dowels supplied.
Position rail holes on the dowels and fix to the wall with
the screws supplied. Then slide unit on bracket to allow
the wall rail to be introduced into the two guideslots of
the ADC®Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base plate.
Ensure that the bottom cover tab engages in the recess
in the wall rails.

Remove unit by pressing in the bottom tab, allowing the unit to be simply taken from
the rail.

7. LED INDICATORS

LEDs switching on repeatedly,
brief permanent switch-on,
followed by off

Mains connection, self-test

Yellow LED on

Green LED on

Yellow LED flashing

Charging in progress

Rechargeable battery fully charged,
unit changing to maintenance charge

Rechargeable battery fully discharged or faulty.
Unit trying to regenerate rechargeable battery
by a pulsating charging current. Should no
charging cycle be indicated after approx. 16 h,
the rechargeable battery is faulty or must be
replaced

8. CLEANING AND DISINFECTING

Prior to cleaning or disinfection of the unit disconnect mains cable from
socket.

Cleaning and/or Disinfection

The ADC
cloth.

In addition, the following disinfectants may be used for external disinfection:
Aldehyde (formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde, aldehyde derivatives), surfactants or
alcohols.

Use a soft lint free cloth or cotton swabs to prevent damage to charging base.

Warning!

Ensure that fluid never penetrates into the unit!

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Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base may be cleaned externally with a damp

Sterilization

According to the Test Centre for Medical Devices in Tubingen, Germany, sterilization
is only prescribed in the case of operative procedures. There is no necessity for
sterilisation of this charging base.

9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model: ADC®Rechargeable Battery Charger Base

Display System: LEDs Connection

Main Connection (See Note on Bottom Label)

Output: 2.4 V (d.c.)

Charging Current: 200 mA

Operating Temperature: 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)

Storage Temperature: 23°F - 122°F (-5°C - 50°C)
up to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing

Dimensions: 7.3” x 3.4” x 2.9” (186 mm x 87 mm x 74 mm)

Weight: Approx. 1.1 lbs (500 g) without packing

10. MAINTENANCE

These instruments and their accessories do not require any specific maintenance.
Should an instrument have to be examined for any specific reason whatsoever,
please return it to ADC®.

11. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY

Symbol Definition

Meaning of symbol on rating plate on bottom of unit:
Protection class II unit

Meaning of symbol on rating plate on bottom of unit:
Application part type B

The unit complies with requirements for electromagnetic compatibility. Please note
that instruments of interfering field strengths such as mobile telephones or
radiological instruments, may affect its function.

Meaning of symbol on casing. See operating instructions!

12. WARRANTY

This ADC®Diagnostix™ Desk Charging Base is warranted for 2 years from date of
purchase. This warranty includes the instrument. The warranty does not apply to
damage caused by improper handling, accidents, improper use, or alterations made
to the instrument by third parties. The warranty is only valid after the product is
registered online at www.adctoday.com.

13. QUALITY STANDARDS

Electromagnetic compatibility:

Device fulfills the stipulations of the International standard IEC60601-1-2

14. HOW TO CONTACT US

To Register Your Product, visit us at

www.adctoday.com

and follow the links

FOR QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, OR SUGGESTIONS

CALL TOLL FREE:

1-800-ADC-2670

ADC
55 Commerce Drive
Hauppauge, NY 11788
U.S.A.

ADC (UK) Ltd.
Unit 6, PO14 1TH
United Kingdom

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