Storing a PRC Device for an Extended Period of Time.
If your AAC device will not be used for an extended period, in order to extend the life of the battery pack we recommend that you do the following:
For Vantage II, Vanguard II and all SpringBoards:
Fully charge the batteries in the device. When the batteries are fully charged, remove the battery door and unplug the battery pack connector. You may leave the unplugged battery pack in the device.
When you are ready to use the device again, re-connect the battery pack and fully charge the batteries before you use the device.
For Older Vantages and Vanguards and for all Pathfinders:
Fully charge the batteries in the device. When the batteries are fully charged, remove the battery door. Pull the battery pack from the case and store it with the device.
When you are ready to use the device again, insert the battery pack into the device and fully charge the batteries before you use the device.
For ECO and ECO2 Devices:
NOTE: Use only the battery charger that came with the device. Other chargers may damage the batteries in your device.
* If you plan to store the ECO for a month or more without using it: Charge the batteries to Full. Go to the Toolbox and open the MAINTENANCE MENU. Open the Battery Menu. Select the Enter Shipping Mode option. Respond YES to put your device into Ship Mode. Unplug the battery charger. Store your ECO.
When you are ready to use the ECO again, plug in the battery charger and fully charge the batteries. Press the I/O button on the front of the case to turn the ECO on.
Remember! You cannot put the device in Shipping Mode when the batteries are low.
Remember! You can always check the status of your batteries by looking at the bar graph next to the Battery icon in the Status Display Area.
If the batteries have gone completely dead, plug in your charger. The lightening bolt LED on the top of the device will begin to flash rapidly, indicating the batteries are charging
Special Note about Battery Disposal:
If the batteries in your device need to be replaced, dispose of the old batteries properly. Follow the regulations of your community, state or country for the disposal of batteries.