diff --git a/docs_versioned_docs/version-ros1noetic/robots/indoor_robots/ridgeback/user_manual_ridgeback.mdx b/docs_versioned_docs/version-ros1noetic/robots/indoor_robots/ridgeback/user_manual_ridgeback.mdx index 4f5aee81c..ae12ff48d 100644 --- a/docs_versioned_docs/version-ros1noetic/robots/indoor_robots/ridgeback/user_manual_ridgeback.mdx +++ b/docs_versioned_docs/version-ros1noetic/robots/indoor_robots/ridgeback/user_manual_ridgeback.mdx @@ -242,6 +242,11 @@ However, please take note of the following: - The batteries must not be punctured or disassembled. - The batteries should be disposed of pursuant to your local regulations regarding electrical and/or hazardous waste. + +The integrated Ridgeback charger will fully charge the internal lead-acid battery in a few hours. The charger will time out after 12 hours, so be sure to power cycle (by unplugging and re-plugging) the charger on a daily basis. Allow the battery to warm up to at least 10°C before charging. + +When the battery is running low on charge, the corner lights will start to flash yellow. This is your indication that the Ridgeback should be plugged in to charge soon. + Please contact Clearpath Robotics for additional information about Ridgeback's batteries or for information about purchasing additional batteries. diff --git a/docs_versioned_docs/version-ros2humble/robots/indoor_robots/ridgeback/user_manual_ridgeback.mdx b/docs_versioned_docs/version-ros2humble/robots/indoor_robots/ridgeback/user_manual_ridgeback.mdx index 393722f36..d730c998a 100644 --- a/docs_versioned_docs/version-ros2humble/robots/indoor_robots/ridgeback/user_manual_ridgeback.mdx +++ b/docs_versioned_docs/version-ros2humble/robots/indoor_robots/ridgeback/user_manual_ridgeback.mdx @@ -239,6 +239,10 @@ However, please take note of the following: - The batteries must not be punctured or disassembled. - The batteries should be disposed of pursuant to your local regulations regarding electrical and/or hazardous waste. +The integrated Ridgeback charger will fully charge the internal lead-acid battery in a few hours. The charger will time out after 12 hours, so be sure to power cycle (by unplugging and re-plugging) the charger on a daily basis. Allow the battery to warm up to at least 10°C before charging. + +When the battery is running low on charge, the corner lights will start to flash yellow. This is your indication that the Ridgeback should be plugged in to charge soon. + Please contact Clearpath Robotics for additional information about Ridgeback's batteries or for information about purchasing additional batteries.