RKI Instruments 49-8103RK User Manual

49-8103RK

Standby Battery

Operator’s Manual

Part Number: 71-0117RK
Revision: 0
Released: 8/18/08

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Overview

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This manual describes the 49-8103RK standby battery. This manual also describes how to
install and maintain the stan d b y battery.

Specifications

Table 1 lists specifications for th e standby battery.

Table 1: Specifications

Construction (housing) Weatherproof ABS plastic
Power Rating 24 VDC, 1.2 AH (amp hour)
Operating Temperature 32° F to 104° F (0°C to 40°C)
Size 5.90” H x 5.90” W x 3.80” D (150 mm H x 150 mm W x 97mm D)
Weight 3.9 lbs (1.8 kg)

Description

Wire Nuts,

Shipped With

Unit (1 Extral)

The 49-8103RK Standby Battery is designed for use with a gas monitoring controller
capable of running from 24 VDC such as the RKI Instruments, Inc. Beacon 110 (ordered
with the battery charging option) or Beacon 200 controller. It can provide temporary
power to a controller if primary AC power is lost. The standby battery consists of two
batteries installed into a plastic housing with wire nuts provided for wiring connections.

3/4" Conduit Hub

1.2 Amp Ho
Battery, 2X

Vent

Wire (Black) for

Negative Connection

Wire (Red) for

Positive Connection

Factory Installed Jumper

Figure 1: Standby Battery Component Location

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