Propaq monitor failed to power up when used.During evaluation, it was noticed that there was hole burned through the top of the machine above the battery compartment.The hole was about 1cm across.Based on the degree of charring, it is evident there was a flame present at some point.Luckily the fire did not spread and self-extinguished.Further investigation showed the battery was extremely swollen, melted, and leaking acid.The fuse board that attaches to the battery had failed and started arcing, causing the fire.The battery was about 4 years old and supplied by unipower.The transport monitor was deemed uneconomical to repair and has been discarded.
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