THS7CHG
Battery Charger
ZZZ
Instructions
Using the Battery Charger
The THS7CHG is for use with the THS7BAT
battery packs.
1. Insert the plug on the adapter cable into the
jack on the battery charger.
2. Connect the adapter to the power source.
3. Insert the battery pack into the battery
charger. LED indicates state of the battery
charge:
Steady red - charging at full rate
Steady green - ready, trickle charging
Flashing red - battery problem, replace
battery
CAUTION. To avoid damage to the battery
charger or AC adapter, do not substitute
another AC adapter in place of the one
provided or use the AC adapter to power
another instrument.
Table 1: Specifications
Voltage Input 12 to 18 VDC
Input Connector Size 2.1 mm
Input PolarityCenter conductor
positive
Automotive Adapter
Input
For use with 12 VDC,
negative ground systems
only
Do not operate the
THS7CHG Battery
Charger with the
automotive adapter
while cranking the
vehicle engine or
troubleshooting the
vehicle electrical system
Charging
Information
Charge in a dry
location, not to exceed
45 °C. The THS7CHG
Battery Charger will
not overcharge the
THS7BAT battery pack
A fully discharged battery
pack typically recharges
in 2 hours. A partially
discharged battery pack
recharges in less time
To maintain peak
performance of
NiCd batteries, it is
recommended to fully
discharge them before
recharging
Charge Time 2 hours, typical (fully
discharged battery pack)
Safety Only charge THS7BAT
battery packs in the
THS7CHG Battery
Charger
NiCd batteries must be
recycled or disposed of
properly
Cleaning Clean with a soft cloth
dampened with water or
a 75% isopropyl alcohol
solution
Replaceable Parts There are no
user-replaceable parts
insidetheTHS7CHG
Battery Charger
*P070930904*
070-9309-04
Table 2: Accessories
Power supply; external;
AC-DC 18 W, 100-220 VAC
47-63 HZ input, 12 VDC 1.5 A
output (Standard)
Order Tektronix
part number
119-7285-XX
North America, Power Cord
(Standard A0)
Order Tektronix
part number
161-0066-00
Universal Euro, Power Cord
(Option A1)
Order Tektronix
part number
161-0066-09
China, Power Cord (Option
A10)
Order Tektronix
part number
161-0304-00
U.K., Power Cord (Option A2) Order Tektronix
part number
161-0066-10
Australia, Power Cord (Option
A3)
Order Tektronix
part number
161-0066-13
Japan, Power Cord (Option
A6)
Order Tektronix
part number
161-0298-00
Automotive Adapter (5A,
250 V fuse included)
Order Tektronix
part number
174-1734-01
Battery Pack (Not included
with the THS7CHG Battery
Charger)
Order
THS7BAT
Equipment Recycling. Production of this
equipment required the extraction and use
of natural resources. The equipment may
contain substances that could be harmful to the
environment or human health if improperly
handled at the product’s end of life. In order
to avoid release of such substances into the
environment and to reduce the use of natural
resources, we encourage you to recycle this
product in an appropriate system that will ensure
that most of the materials are reused or recycled
appropriately.
Equipment Recycling. This
product complies with the
European Union’s requirements
according to Directive 2002/96/EC
on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). For more
information about recycling
options, check the Support/Service
section of the Tektronix Web site
(www.tektronix.com).
Battery Recycling. This product may be
accompanied by a Nickel Cadmium (NiCd)
or lithium ion (Li-ion) rechargeable battery,
which must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Please properly dispose of or recycle the battery
according to local government regulations.
Compliance Information
This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic
compliance), safety, and environmental standards
with which the instrument complies.
EC Declaration of Conformity – EMC. Meets intent
of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic
Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated
to the following specifications as listed in the
Official Journal of the European Communities:
EN 61326-1 2006. EMC requirements for
electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use. 12
1This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas
only. Useinr
esidential areas may cause electromagnetic
interference.
2Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard
may occur when this equipment is connected to a test object.
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and conducted
emissions, Group 1, Class A
IEC 61000-4-2:2001. Electrostatic
discharge immunity
IEC 61000-4-3:2002. RF electromagnetic
field immunity
IEC 61000-4-4:2004. Electrical fast
transient / burst immunity
IEC 61000-4-5:2001. Power line surge
immunity
IEC 61000-4-6:2003. Conducted RF
immunity
IEC 61000-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and
interruptions immunity
EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic
emissions
EN 61000-3-3:1995. Voltage changes,
fluctuations, and flicker
European Contact.
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
Australia / New Zealand Declaration of Conformity
–EMC. Complies with the EMC provision of
the Radiocommunications Act per the following
standard, in accordance with ACMA:
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted
Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance
with EN 61326- 1:2006.
Warranty Information
For warranty information, go to
www.tektronix.com\service, and then use
the provided links to search for your product’s
warranty.
Contacting Tektronix
Tektronix, Inc.
14200 SW Karl Braun Drive
PO Box 500
Beaverton, OR 97077
USA
For product information, sales, service, and
technical support:
In North America, call 1-800-833-9200.
Worldwide, visit www.tektronix.com to find
contacts in your area.
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