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SAFETY CONTINUED
BATTERY-RELATED WARNINGS
WARNING! If the battery is misused or abused,
leaking or subject to extreme conditions,
explosion and/or fire can result. Observe the
following precautions to avoid instrument failure
or malfunction.
• Do not disassemble, deform, short-circuit, charge,
heat the battery to 212ºF or over or throw the battery
into a fire.
• Always insert the battery correctly according to the
polarities (+ and – ) marked on the battery and the
instrument.
• Always use the recommended battery.
• If the instrument will not be used for more than three
months, remove the battery and store it separately.
• When discarding or storing the battery, cover the
positive (+) and negative (–) terminals with insulating
tape to prevent contact with other metals. When
disposing of it, follow the ordinances or regulations
of the local government.
• Keep the battery away from direct sunlight, high
temperature, high humidity and out of the reach of
children.
• Do not swallow the battery. If swallowed, consult a
physician immediately.
• Should the content of the battery contact the
eyes or skin, or enter the mouth, rinse with water
immediately and consult a physician. Should it
adhere to clothing, wash the clothing with water.
DISPOSAL WARNINGS
WARNING! A liquid crystal display and a
silver oxide battery are used in this product.
When disposing of the instrument, follow
the ordinances and regulations of the local
government.
• The liquid crystal display contains an irritating
substance. Should the liquid content contact the
eyes or skin, or enter the mouth, consult a physician
immediately.
IMPORTANT! Do not strike the instrument or
allow it to be struck. Do not drop or apply
excessive force to it.
• Do not disassemble or modify.
• Do not use an electric engraving pen or other such
devices on the instrument. It may cause damage.
SETUP
REPLACING BATTERY
Use a silver oxide battery (SR44).
1. Remove the battery holder using a screwdriver.
2. When replacing the battery, remove the spent battery.
3. Install a new battery into the battery holder with its
positive (+) side facing the front of the instrument.
4. Replace the battery holder into its original position.
IMPORTANT! A battery is not installed in this
instrument at the factory. Install the battery
before using.
• If the battery holder is not installed properly, the
instrument may not display the correct value or a
malfunction may result.
• If MEASUREMENT mode is not automatically entered
after executing the above procedure, reinstall the
battery.
• When the battery is installed, nonsensical numbers
or an "E" may be displayed on the readout. This is
not a malfunction. Zero the instrument, then perform
the measurement.
• If the instrument will not be used for more than three
months, remove the battery and store it separately
to prevent damage by battery leakage.
NOTE: Do not use a sharp-pointed tool to
remove the battery holder and do not pry the
battery holder out.
• The supplied battery is used only to check the
functions and performance of the instrument.
It may not meet the battery life specification.
• If the battery is removed, zeroing is cancelled.
After installing the battery, perform the steps to zero
the instrument.
