3E2361 Weigh Scale W210 User Manual5POWER AND BATTERIESDuring a weighing session, the Weigh Scale can be powered by its internalbattery alone or by its internal battery and either the battery charger or anexternal 12 volt battery.The battery charger connects between an AC outlet and the Weigh Scale.If either the battery charger or an external 12 volt battery is connected to theWeigh Scale, the Weigh Scale's internal battery will be charged while theWeigh Scale is in use.For optimum performance, switch off the Weigh Scale and charge its internalbattery for at least five hours. When fully charged, the internal battery on itsown will power the Weigh Scale continuously for a minimum of eight hours.Charging the batteryThe battery in the Weigh Scale can be recharged using either a batterycharger or an external 12 volt battery.Recharging the battery will take up to five hours depending on the level ofcharge already in the battery. The Weigh Scale can be in use or can beswitched off while the battery is being charged.Using the battery chargerTo charge the battery using the battery charger, follow these steps:1. Connect the lead between the battery charger and the Weigh Scale.2. Plug the battery charger into an AC outlet and switch on.3. Open the Weigh Scale case and make sure the battery charge iconon the main screen is flashing. This indicates that the battery ischarging and will be displayed whether the Weigh Scale is turned on oroff.