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WARNING!
Make sure you turn the switch off before you continue. When you
connect the new batteries, there will be dangerous voltage inside the
Patriot if the On/Off switch is on. This is true because the Patriot's
battery supplies power even if the unit is not connected to its AC input
source.
9. Disconnect both negative cables (white with black stripes) using the needle nose
pliers. (See Figure 2 to locate the cables.)
10. Now, refer to Figure 2 to find the Phillips screws holding the battery brackets in
place. Remove all four screws and washers.
11. Remove the side bracket first. To remove the bracket, carefully slide it away from
the batteries and lift it out. Note: If there is a thin piece of insulation next to the side
bracket, remove the insulation and save it to use again.
The tabs in the front of the L-shaped bracket fit into the slots in the bottom of the
Patriot. (See Figure 2.) Slide the bracket and batteries toward the back of the unit
until the tabs come out of the slots.
Now, remove the top (L-shaped) bracket.
12. Before you remove the old batteries, note the arrangement of the batteries and their
terminals. When you put the new batteries in (in step 13), use the same arrangement.
Read the caution below; then, lift out the old batteries.
Caution: Make sure that the terminals do not touch the cabinet or any
metal part. Assume that the old batteries are fully charged, and
use the same precautions you would use when handling new
batteries. Batteries contain lead. Dispose of the old batteries
properly.
Do not dispose of a battery or batteries in a fire; the battery
may explode. Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released
electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic.
