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Instruction Manual LAP16H B/EPM; F/EPM, FN/EPM 16 Bay Horizontal laptop stor age & recharging trolley with power management LAPTOP 16H[...]
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IEC power strip Power pack storage area Timer module Laptop shelves Before proceeding check the contents and familiarise yourself with the internal layout of the cart. Contents:- · 2 sets x front and rear door k eys (located on top of cart). · IEC adaptor leads - Quantity 16 x IEC to figure eight and clover leaf connectors located inside the lap[...]
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LAPTOP 16H T he LAP16H is spec ificall y des igned for t he st or age an d rec hargi ng of up to lapto ps . T o assemble/configure your new charging trolley , simply follow the steps below ... Step 1: Open the rear doors to reveal 16 power pack shelves and the IEC power strip . As shown on page 1. V entilation: All vents MUST be k ept clear at al[...]
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Step 8: Place the laptop onto the shelf and repeat until all laptops are connecting and in place - 2 laptops per shelf . Step 10: Plug the mains lead into the IEC sock et on the side of the timer module. Step 11: Plug the trolley’ s mains lead in to a switched wall sock et and switch ON . Switch on the unit’ s own ON/OFF switch located above th[...]
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Step 12: First check the 24 hour clock is showing the correct time . T o adjust the time , press & hold the control knob in until the clock starts flashing (Minimum 10 seconds). T hen turn the control knob until the correct time is reached & press the control knob in again to set. Energy Saving 24 Hour Timer T he LAP16H is fitted with an [...]
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LAP16H LED Light Display Guide 5 This light combination indicates that NO charging is taking place . T o start charging first check the unit is switched on then either press the knob for constant charging or set Timer 1 or Timer 2. Timed Charging Mode On This light combination indicates that either Timer 1 or Timer 2 has been set, but the charging[...]
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6 Undertaking Data T ransfer Activities T o undertak e data tr ansfer activities with the LAP16H you will need to purchase the following items… • F an Upgrade - Av ailable as an optional upgrade . If ordered at the same time as the LAP16H cart then they will be pre-fitted prior to delivery • Network Lead Loom Kit - Available as an optional u[...]
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7 Fr equently Asked Questions Q. I have followed the configuration guidelines yet my laptops do not appear to be char ging? A. Is the unit in T imed Charging mode? Open the rear door of the cart to view the power module . V iew the LED display . (Refer to LED light Display guide on page 10. If fig.3 is displayed then a timed, charging period has [...]
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8 Safety and Security Guidance • T his unit is designed for storage and re-charging of laptops only • T o avoid damage , please ensure that the laptops are inserted & removed by an adult or competent person • All vents MUST be k ept clear at all times , including allowing enough space between the back of the cabinet and the w all to ensur[...]