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Checking the Batteries

The batteries should be checked in the lab before using the SCAMP in the field. It is much easier to change batteries in a dry environment compared to a wet one.

Batteries may be checked by connecting SCAMP to the host computer's USB port and running the SCAMP Control Dialog.  Battery voltages and depletions are shown on the System tab.  Note that voltages and depletions are read from SCAMP only once upon USB connection and are not updated thereafter. 

There are 3 battery packs within the SCAMP. These will last for approximately 4 hours of continuous operation. The SCAMP is designed for power conservation and turns itself off whenever possible. Profiles should not be initiated when any battery voltage is close to depletion as shown by the bar graphs.  SCAMP itself checks for battery depletion after it is magnetically triggered and will not begin a profile should any battery reach the depleted state.

Be aware that deeper upward profiles require more torque from the release motor due to the increased axial pressure loading of the release screw. The digital battery minimum voltage requirement increases with increasing profile depth. Since the mechanical drag on the release screw, due to o-ring seals and other parameters varies from SCAMP to SCAMP, it may happen that SCAMP will be unable to operate its release motor prior to sensing digital battery depletion.

If the batteries need to be replaced, then read the Battery Replacement section.