6. General Maintenance
Do not store or operate the device in locations where the device
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will be exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
The device may only be opened and repaired by qualified
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personnel.
Only clean the sensitive lenses with a lens cleaning cloth or use
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compressed air for cleaning.
6.1. Charging the battery
The device has a rechargeable Li battery.
If the battery is empty, an icon appears in the display.
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Charge the battery with the included USB cable to a USB
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interface or a commercially available USB charger.
Remove the USB cable after charging
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Note: The real-time clock (RTC) has its own additional battery. The
thermal imager must be switched on in order to load it. This can be
done either through daily use of the thermal imager or by leaving the
camera on while it is charging. A full charge of the battery of the
system clock takes about 10 hours switched-on time of the thermal
imager.
6.1. Care of the battery
Do not charge the device for more than 24 hours
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Charge the battery for about 2 hours at least every three months
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to increase the life of the battery
Do not charge the battery in extremely cold environments
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