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GXA-09 Built-in Rechargeable Battery
The built-in rechargeable battery unit ( GXA-09 ) can be installed to GX-A series and GF-A series electronicbalances manufactured by A&D. If this unit is installed to a balance, the balance can be used while the battery
is charging in location with unstable AC power supply or it can be used using charged battery in location where
AC power is not available.
1WMPD4003604A

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Part Names

Rear Side of Balance

Unit mass .................................... Approximately 0.4 kg
Operating temperature range .... +5 to +40 °C (+41 to +104 °F), 85 % RH or less
( No condensation)
Charging time .............................. Approximately 10 hours
Charging method ........................ Constant current charge( Automatic stop)
Battery type ................................. Nickel-metal hydride battery(Ni-MH)
Operation time ............................ Approximately 14 hours(When the unit is used continuously, operating time of thebattery may differ according to the operating conditions.)
1: The following options cannot be installed to the same balance at the same time. GXA-03, GXA-04, GXA-06,
GXA-08, GXA-09, GXA-11, GXA-23, GXA-24, GXA-25, GXA-26 (Includes options scheduled for release.)

BalanceCautions

Built-in rechargeable battery

Number of hours of continuous operation depends on operating conditions.

AC adapter jackThe battery may self-discharge if it is left unused for a long period of time. Charge the battery after a long period ofnon-use.

Battery power switch (ON/OFF)
Battery panel

Display of Balance

Specifications

Accessory

Battery indicator

The balance still consumes power after the display is turned off using the ON/OFF key on the front panel.
To turn the power off completely, disconnect the AC adapter from the balance and turn OFF the battery powerswitch on the battery panel.
Every time the battery power switch is turned ON while the AC adapter is connected to the balance, the battery will
start charging. Charging the battery repeatedly before it is completely discharged will shorten the battery life.

Instruction Manual(This document)

2.

When the battery unit has failed,needs to repair.

is displayed. Contact your local dealer because the battery unit

Precautions

5.

Do not place the device in fire, heat it, or disassemble it. It may build up heat, explode, leak or catch fire.
Follow local regulations when disposing of a used battery.

The following list describes operations and responses concerning the battery unit and balance.
Refer to the following pages for details.

Do not remove the battery panel and battery from the balance. It could short and build up heat or catch fire.

Battery Condition And Operation

Operation

BatteryACpower switch adapter

Over-charging or over-discharging the battery may result in heat buildup, generation of gases or leaking.
When charging the battery, use the AC adapter provided with the balance. Using an AC adapter otherthan the one provided may cause heat buildup and could cause a fire.

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Installation Method

This unit consists of a rechargeable battery and battery panel (with electric board), and it has been installed inside thebalance prior to delivery.
If you want to install the built-in rechargeable battery unit ( GXA-09 ) to a balance that was not equipped with thisunit, contact your local A&D dealer.

The battery indicator
blinks and charging starts. When fully
charged, charging stops automatically and the battery indicatorlights.
The balance can be used while charging the battery.
If the battery is charged, the balance can be used without the ACadapter.
The power is supplied from the battery to the balance, and. Refer toremaining level is monitored with the battery indicator"4. Specifications" for the operating time of the battery.
Charge the battery after it is completely discharged whenever possible.

Charging the battery.
Refer to 5.1. on the next page.

ONConnected

Using the balance poweredby the battery.
Refer to 5.2. on the next page.

ON

Notconnected

OFF

Connected The battery is not charged.

OFFNotconnected The battery power is not consumed.

Keep the unit out of the reach of children.
Do not drop or apply shock to the unit.

Description

Using the balance poweredby the AC adapter.
Refer to 5.3. on the next page.
Turning off the balancecompletely.
Refer to 5.4. on the next page.

Continued on opposite side.
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5.1.

Charging the Battery

5.3.

The procedure for charging the battery using the AC adapter is described here.
The balance can be used while charging the battery.

The procedure for operating the balance using the AC adapter is described here.
(The state not to be charged to battery)
The balance can be used powered by the AC adapter
even if the battery is depleted.
When the balance is used powered by the AC adapter,the battery power is not used and charging is not
performed.

Cautions

Charging the battery is charged before complete discharge will shorten the battery life.
When you start to charge the battery, make sure the full battery
is displayed.
indicator
Step 1. Turn ON

Connect the AC
adapter to power
supply.

Procedure

Step 1. Make sure that the battery is completely discharged before
recharging. When the battery power switch on the battery panel
is turned to ON with the AC adapter disconnected, make sure
Step 2. Connect(low battery) orthat the balance either displays
does not work at all.

Procedure

Step 1. Turn OFFConnect the AC
adapter topower supply.

Step 1. Turn OFF the battery power switch on the battery panel.
Step 2. Connect the AC adapter to the balance.
The balance is powered by the AC adapter only.
Step 2. Connect

Step 2. Connect the AC adapter to the balance. The unit will begin to charge
blinks while charging.
the full battery. The battery indicator

Full charge

Charging
Blinking

Step 3. Charging the battery takes approximately 10 hours ( from 0%charge to full charge). Make sure to charge the battery until
is displayed.
the full battery indicator

Information

Using the Balance Powered by the AC Adapter

Indicator is displayed

A depleted battery generally tends to have shorter charging time and reduced capacity.

5.2.

Using the Balance Powered by the Battery

The procedure for operating the balance using a charged battery isdescribed here.
Remaining battery can be checked using battery indicator while battery
is supplying power to the balance.
Battery indicator
→→→→

5.4.

 The procedure turning off the balance and not consuming battery power is described here.
Procedure

Step 1. Disconnect

Step 1. After the battery is charged completely, disconnect the AC adapter
from the balance.

Step 3. When the battery is low, the balance displaysordoes not work at all.
Turn OFF the battery power switch on the battery panel toprotect the battery.
Stop operating the balance and charge the battery.

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Step 1. Disconnect

Step 1. Disconnect the AC adapter form the balance.
Step 2. Turn OFF the battery power switch.
This way, power supply from the battery is stopped and battery power
is not consumed.

Procedure

Step 2. When the battery power switch is turned to ON, power is supplied
to the balance.

Turning off the Balance Completely

Step 2. Turn OFF

Step 2. Turn ON

Step 3. Turn OFF4