7. Charging the tablet computer
Charging the tablet computer is allowed only outside hazardous areas!
The battery of the tablet computer is delivered not fully charged. It is recommended to
charge the tablet computer's battery for five hours before using it for the first time. The
full capacity of the battery is reached after 3 - 4 complete charge / discharge cycles.
Note:
• There is a risk of explosion if the device is exposed to a flame.
• Only use ECOM-approved chargers.
Due to EX-relevant safety, the battery cover is sealed and may only be opened by
ECOM service personnel. Likewise, battery replacement may only be carried out by
these personnel.
8. Safety precautions for the battery
Damaged chargers should be removed from use and sent to ECOM Instruments GmbH
for inspection.
Note:
• Extreme temperatures can have an adverse effect on charging the battery.
• Do not dispose of the device in a fire.
• Dispose of the device in accordance with local regulations and not with normal house-
hold waste.
A high quality lithium-ion battery is used in your Tab-Ex
03. These batteries have
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numerous advantages in everyday use, such as a low weight and high capacity in a
nevertheless compact construction. In addition these batteries also exhibit practically
no memory effect. However, these batteries are susceptible to a natural aging process
which impairs their functionality.
Modern batteries today have a lifespan of around 500 charge cycles, which, when used
daily, corresponds to a service life of approximately two years. The ageing process in-
creases rapidly after this period, which means that the batteries are deemed technically
defective after 500 charge cycles. Moreover, the battery cells could expand and cause
irreparable damage to your device in a worst case scenario. For this reason recharge-
able batteries with lithium cells should be replaced from ECOM service personnel,after
two years at the latest or after reaching a battery capacity that is 50% of its initial value.
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