HSS Hire 98100 Troubleshooting guide

2-Way Radio
©HSS Hire Service Group Plc 1996 No. 640/01
Group Office: 25 Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4TS
Hire Shops
For communication
for two or more users.
This equipment has 3 colour codes
with 5 channels per code
(15 channels in total).
Operating & Safety Guide 640
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The battery will last approximately 8 hours in
receiving mode and 1.5 hours (in total) if
transmitting.
To charge the battery simply plug the transformer
into the charger unit, insert the battery pack,
ensuring it is the correct way up. Plug the
transformer into a suitable power supply and
switch on. The battery should be fully charged in
about two hours.
Charge the spare battery during the day and
exchange with the units battery each morning.
In an emergency, you may use six Nickel Cadmium
Batteries as a suitable replacement.
Run the battery down completely before re-
charging.
Do not attempt to use the radio if the battery is
damaged. Do not recharge damaged batteries.
Never push the equipment beyond its design
limits. If it will not do what you want with reasonable
ease, assume you have the wrong tool for the job. Ask at
your local HSS Hire Shop for advice.
Handle the equipment with care. Avoid dropping it,
knocking it, or otherwise exposing it to damage.
Never expose the equipment to excessive
moisture, dust or dangerous/corrosive chemicals.
Keep the equipment clean. You will find this less of a
chore if you clean up regularly rather than wait until the
end of the hire period.
When not in use, remember to switch off, then
store the radio somewhere clean, dry and safe
from thieves.
Replace the two-way radio back in its case complete with
spare battery pack, charger unit and transformer ready
for return (see case layout).
FINISHING OFF
EQUIPMENT CARE
Code 98100
Transformer
Flex
Ariel Two-Way Radio
Charger Unit
Spare
Battery Pack
CASE LAYOUT

For advice on the suitability of this equipment
contact your local HSS Hire Shop.
Never use this equipment if you are ill, feeling
tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
This equipment should only be used by a
competent person who has read and understood
these instructions.
Check the equipment before use, if it shows signs
of damage or excessive wear, return it.
If the equipment fails, or if its flex or plug is
damaged, return it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.
The battery charger is designed to plug straight
into a standard 240V 13A power socket.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, use a
suitable RCD (Residual Current-Operated Device)
available from your local HSS Hire Shop. Alternatively,
power the charger from a mains circuit with a built
in RCD.
Remember, using electrical equipment in very
damp or wet conditions can be dangerous.
Slide back and lift off the battery compartment
cover then install the battery pack into the unit
and replace the cover.
Attach the aerial (screw fit, right thread).
Switch the radio on – a single tone confirms that
the batteries are charged, then switch off.
All radio units must be tuned in to the same colour
code and channel to transmit and receive
messages.
With the unit switched off you should check the
colour code and channel frequency settings – Make
sure that all units are synchronised.
Push and hold the colour code selector button (A)
and channel selector button (B) then turn the unit
on. The unit will give an audible tone confirming it
is ready to be programmed/tuned to the
desired channel.
GETTING STARTED
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Warning
Never use this equipment when in the vicinity
of a petrol station forecourt or near any
combustible gases or materials.
GENERAL SAFETY The indicator light will flash to show one of three
colour codes: Green, Amber or Red, there are five
channel options for each colour reference.
Now push button (A) until the required colour code is
displayed by the indicator lamp.
Then push button (B) once, an audible tone will
inform you of the channel number it is set to. 1 beep
for channel one, 2 beeps for channel two etc. Each
time you press button (B) the beeps will increase by
one to a maximum of five then back to a single beep
and so on.
Select the channel required then simply turn the
unit off.
Note; all units must be tuned to the same channel.
Switch the unit on and wait for the single beep to
finish, then adjust the speaker volume to suit (this can
only be achieved when receiving a transmission).
To transmit simply press and hold button (B) then
release when you have finished talking. Receiving a
transmission is automatic.
DO NOT;
◆Shout, or use foul language over the airways.
◆Indulge in unnecessary conversation.
DO;
◆Use the term ‘over’ at the end of each
transmission, this informs other users that your
transmission is complete ready for them to
transmit to you.
◆Use the term ‘out’ at the end if your
transmission does not require a reply.
◆Think before you speak, keep to the point and
ensure your statements are as brief as possible.
Warning
Follow DTI Protocol for Radio Procedure, and
observe any local site laws.
RADIO PROCEDURE & PROTOCOL
BASIC TECHNIQUES
Aerial
Battery Pack
Cover
Indicator Light
(Red, Amber, Green)
On/Off
Volume
Aerial
Colour Codes Selector
(Red, Amber, Green)
Channel Selector
(5 Channels per 
Color Code)
A
B
Charger Unit
Transformer