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5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
5.1 Battery
5.1.1 Check/Replace the Battery
Over time, in order to ensure the functional
safety of the device, changing the battery is
necessary.
1. Slide the front battery cover down to open.
2. Insert the 9V battery into the battery
compartment.
3. Make sure you are installing the battery
properly. Be sure to match the positive
and negative ends of the battery to the marking in the battery
compartment of the device and placing the battery ribbon under
the battery for easy removal later.
4. Press and push down battery snug into the compartment.
5. Slide battery cover back up to lock into place.
6. If battery requires replacement, slide the battery compartment
cover to open. Pull up the battery out of the compartment by
pulling on the battery ribbon to pop out easily and then insert a
new 9V battery according to the above steps 2 to 5.
5.1.2 Disposal of Battery
Dispose of used batteries according to the current federal,
state and local regulations. As a consumer, you are obligated
by law to discard depleted batteries appropriately.
5.1.3 CAUTION FOR BATTERIES:
1. Swallowing a battery may be fatal. Keep the battery and the
device out of the reach of children. If a battery is swallowed,
consult a physician immediately.
2. If a battery has leaked, avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucus
membranes. Rinse the affected areas with clear water immediately
and contact a physician immediately.
3. Battery should not be charged, dismantled, thrown into fire or short-circuited.
4. Protect battery from excess heat.
5. Remove batteries from the unit if they are depleted or if you are not
using the unit for prolonged periods of time. This prevents damage
caused by leaking battery.
6. Always replace with the same type battery.
