GTS Patriot User manual

Global Technology System - Revision 3
Six-Bay Multi-chemistry Charger
OPERATIONS MANUAL
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PATRIOT CHARGER

Contents
 Introduction 2
 Equipment Supplied 3
 Safety Guidelines 3
 Warning 3
 Product Specification 3
 Operation 4
 Compatible Batteries 5
 Troubleshooting 7
 Cleaning 7
 RF Devices 8
 Replacement Parts 8
 Warranty and Support 8
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Global Technology Systems Inc. reserves the right to change, update and modify
procedures and specifications without notice.
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Motorola is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.
Introduction
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The Patriot Six Bay Battery Charger is a charger for the Motorola XTS3000, XTS3500,
XTS5000, HT1000, MT1000, JT1000, MTS2000, MTX8000, and MTX9000 Radio batteries.
The product is designed for Multi-Chemistry (Li-Ion, Ni/CD or Ni/MH) operation.
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The Patriot Charger has the capability of charging the specified GTS Batteries as
well as batteries provided by other suppliers (as approved by GTS Battery Services).
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The Patriot Charger is user friendly and does not require manual setting for charging or
battery maintenance parameters. The product is designed for desk top operation and as
an in-vehicle charger/conditioner when used with the appropriate car power adapter.
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The 6 bay Patriot charger is design for desk top or wall mounted operation without the
need for any additional bracketing hardware.
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This reference guide provides basic instructions on the set-up and use of the Patriot
Charger. Unless otherwise noted, the term charger refers to the single bay version of the
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Patriot Charger series of products.
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It is suggested that the Motorola radios listed above be inserted into the charger in the
OFF mode. Upon charge initialization the radio battery will accept a full charge in the
following operating modes: standby, receiving, or transmitting modes.
Please contact your HB service representative for information on the in-vehicle
DC mounting bracket.
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 Equipment Supplied
The equipment supplied is:
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One six bay version of the Patriot Charger 
One AC power supply with cabling 
One operation manual
 Safety Guidelines
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Before using the Patriot Charger, please read all instructions and cautionary notations on
the Patriot Charger, the GTS Battery and on the radio host device.
 Warning
To reduce risk of injury only use authorized battery products with this charger Other 
non-approved batteries may cause personal injury and or damage to the equipment.
Do not expose the charger to excessive moisture, temperature extremes or direct 
sunlight.
Place charger in a well ventilated area which is free of foreign materials. 
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from power source before cleaning. 
Dispose of used batteries in accordance with your state or local hazardous material 
laws.
Do not disassemble, incinerate, modify or short circuit the charger any battery or 
related components.
 Product Specification
Input Voltage: 115V 50/60Hz AC
12 volt DC
Temperature: Operating: 0°C to 55°C (32° F to 130° F)
Battery: 0°C to 50°C (32° F to 122° F)
Storage: 0°C to 49°C (32° F to 122° F)
Charge Time: 2.5-5 hrs maximum, depending on battery capacity
Charge Current: 1300 mA in Constant Current Charge phase
Charge Method: Constant Current - Constant Voltage with
end-of-charge current termination, temperature controlled
Dimensions: Length: 18” (45.7 cm)
Width: 5" (12.7 cm)
Height: 3.5" (8.9 cm)
Weight: 5 lbs (2.27 kg) (without batteries)
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