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Maintenance
Battery Service
8.2.1 Battery Safety Guidelines
IMPORTANT:
The battery pack contains no user serviceable components. Tampering with the battery pack
terminals or housing will void the product warranty.
Keep the following in mind when using and handling the battery pack:
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Do not short circuit battery terminals.
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Do not immerse the Diagnostic Tool or battery pack in water, or allow water to enter the unit or
battery compartment.
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Do not crush, disassemble, or tamper with the battery pack.
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Do not heat the battery pack to over 100°C (212°F), or dispose of it in a fire.
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Do not expose the battery pack to excessive physical shock or vibration.
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Keep the battery pack out of reach of children.
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Do not use a battery pack that appears to have suffered abuse or damage.
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Store the battery pack in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
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The battery pack should be used within a short period of time (about 30 days) after charging to
prevent loss of capacity due to self-discharging.
If long-term storage of the battery pack is necessary, it should be stored in a in cool, dry, well
ventilated place with a 30 to 75 percent state of charge to prevent loss of characteristics.
To prolong the life of your battery, power off the unit when not in use. The Diagnostic Tool has a
built in charger that recharges the battery on demand whenever it is connected to a power source.
8.2.2 Replacing the Battery Pack
If the battery pack no longer holds a charge, contact your sales representative to order a new one.
IMPORTANT:
Replace the battery pack with original Snap-on replacement parts only.
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To replace the battery pack:
1. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the battery pack to the back of the unit.
2. Lift up and tilt to raise the battery cover from the Diagnostic Tool housing.
3. Slide the battery pack to the left to disconnect the contacts, then lift it clear of the unit.
4. Position the new battery pack and slide it into position in the battery compartment.
5. Make sure the battery pack is fully seated.
6. Fit the battery cover.
7. Tighten the two captive screws.