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circuits, but can still be dangerous if they are not used
correctly. Damaged batteries can become inoperative or
catch fire.
• The External Battery is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or who lack experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the External Battery by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the External Battery.
A caution explains special measures for the safe and effective
use of the device.
CAUTION
• Do not drop the External Battery. Avoid hard physical
impact on the battery.
• Ensure the External Battery is kept dry. Do not expose to
water, rain or high moisture levels.
• Medical electrical equipment requires special precautions
regarding EMC and needs to be installed and operated
according to the information provided in this user guide.
Portable and mobile communications equipment can
affect medical electrical equipment. If EMC interference is
observed, for example static on radios, move the External
Battery away from other equipment.
Note:
• For any serious incidents that occur in relation to this
product, these should be reported to ResMed and the
competent authority in your country.
• In the event that you notice any unexplained changes
in the external battery, signs of degradation that affect
performance or if the enclosure is broken, discontinue use
and contact your healthcare provider.
Indicators
Refer to illustration A.
The capacity and operation of the External Battery are indicated
on both the External Battery and the Astral device.
The LED indicators on the External Battery display its current
operating state.
Checking the charge on the battery
• Press .
• The Battery Level Check LED indicator illuminates for 5
seconds.
Indicator
On/Level Check button
DC on/off LED
Constant blue
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External Battery status
Press to power on battery or
check battery level
Battery turned on