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5) Storage and Maintenance
The MicroPLB
TM
requires no maintenance other than periodic battery pack
replacement. It should be kept in a cool, dry environment. When stored at room
temperature (25
o
C), the battery pack will provide sufficient energy for proper operation
after five (5) years of storage. At higher temperatures, the shelf life of the battery pack
could be degraded, and the following battery replacement schedule is recommended.
Storage Temperature Replace Battery Pack After:
-40
o
C to 35
o
C 5 Years
35
o
C to 40
o
C 4 Years
40
o
C to 45
o
C 3 Years
45
o
C to 50
o
C 2 Years
50
o
C to 60
o
C 1 Year
The battery pack must also be replaced after every emergency use of the PLB,
no matter how soon rescue and PLB deactivation occurs.
See "Service and Repair" for instructions on battery pack replacement.
If desired, the PLB may be tested up to once a month as described under "Self-
Test Instructions". Excessive self-testing will deplete the battery pack, will lead to self-
test failure indications, and could possibly result in premature battery pack depletion in
an emergency situation.
6) Service and Repair
The MicroPLB
TM
contains
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
. It must be
returned to an authorized service facility for repair or battery pack replacement (RMA
number required). Only special battery packs installed by an authorized dealer should be
used in the MicroPLB
TM
. Any other battery pack could cause the PLB to malfunction,
deplete the battery pack prematurely, cause permanent damage to the PLB, and will void
the warranty.
See "Storage and Maintenance" for the battery pack replacement schedule.
