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Troubleshooting
MODIS™ Unit Overheating
MODIS™ Unit Overheating
If the internal temperature of your MODIS™ unit reaches 60 °C/140 °F, it powers off automatically.
Overheating can occur under the following conditions:
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Extended use in direct sunlight
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Extended use on hot days
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Extended use in a closed vehicle
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Extended use near a heat source
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Forcing the battery pack to charge when the MODIS™ unit is hot
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To handle an over temperature shutoff:
1.
Remove the battery pack from your MODIS™ unit.
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Remove your MODIS™ unit from sunlight or high temperature area.
3.
Leave your MODIS™ unit powered off and let it cool down.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Darkening
Exposure to direct sunlight can cause the liquid crystal in your screen to darken. Darkening is a
temporary condition.
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To return the LCD to normal:
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Remove your MODIS™ unit from the sunlight.
2.
Let the screen cool down.