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Maintenance
Storage Tips
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To replace the batteries:
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Depress the two battery cover lock tabs and lift off the battery cover (Figure 6-3).
Figure 6-3
Battery cover lock tabs
1— Battery cover
2— Lock tabs
2.
Remove the old batteries.
3.
Observing proper polarity (shown on the battery slots), install six new AA batteries.
IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:
Your scan tool can be damaged if the battery polarity is incorrect. Refer to the diagram in the
battery compartment on the rear of the tool for correct battery polarity.
4.
Replace the battery cover.
NOTE:
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If installing rechargeable batteries, be sure to reset the battery type on the Tools Setup menu
(see “Setup” on page 34). This helps prolong the life of the batteries, and notifies you when it
is time to recharge them.
6.3.1 Disposing of the Batteries
Always dispose of materials according to local regulations.
6.4 Storage Tips
When storing your scan tool, remember the following:
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Always turn the tool off. See “Powering Off the Unit” on page 15 for details.
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Storage temperature range. See “Technical Specifications” on page 5 for details.
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