LaMotte 2020we, Manual

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To extend the battery life:
• Shut down the unit with the power switch when not taking
measurements or use the power save option to have the unit
automatically turn off after 5 minutes.
• Store the unit in a cool dry place.
• Fully charge the battery before storing the unit for extended
periods of time.
• Limit backlight use. The unit consumes 3X normal power with
the backlight on. Set the backlight time option to 10 seconds, or
select “Button Control” and keep the backlight off.
Battery replacement: The lithium-ion battery used in this unit should
last for many years with normal use. When it no longer powers the unit
long enough to meet testing requirements it will need to be replaced.
Lithium-ion batteries that are properly charged and stored do not usually
lose all capacity; they just have less capacity after hundreds of charge
cycles. This unit uses a custom battery assembly that is only available
from LaMotte Company. Battery replacement must be performed at a
LaMotte authorized repair facility. The water resistant housing of this
meter should not be opened by the user. Contact LaMotte Company
by phone (1-800-344-3100) or email (tech@lamotte.com) for a return
authorization number.
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