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Appendix
8.2.2 Replacing the battery
(Battery kit includes battery and Teflon coated o-ring)
WARNING
Removing the battery clears all physiological data including saturation. This means that for
a repetitive dive the computer will not compute correctly. Diving after replacing the battery
when there is desaturation time left on the computer can lead to serious injury or death from
decompression sickness.
Change the battery only under these conditions:
• After a dive if you know you will not be diving, flying or going to higher altitude for the next
48 hours.
• Before a dive if there is no desaturation time left on the computer.
The change must be made with particular care in order to prevent water from seeping in. The
warranty does not cover damages due to an improper replacement of the battery.
WARNING
Never touch the metal surface of the battery with bare fingers.
The two battery poles must never be short circuited.
Procedure:
To replace the battery you need a coin or a universal tool and a clean cloth.
WARNING
• A leaking battery cap may lead to the destruction of Aladin TEC 3H by water seeping in or
cause Aladin TEC 3H to switch off without prior notice.
• Always open the battery compartment in a dry and clean environment.
• Only open the battery compartment to replace the battery.
1. Dry Aladin TEC 3H with a soft towel.
2. Turn the battery cap with a coin or an universal tool.
3. Remove the battery cap.
4. Remove the o-ring carefully. Do not damage the sealing surfaces.
5. Remove the battery. Do not touch the contacts.
universal tool
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Protect the environment and dispose the battery properly.
WARNING
If you notice traces of seeping water, damages, or other defects on the o-ring, do not use Aladin
TEC 3H for further dives. Take it to an authorized Scubapro dealer for check and repair.
6. Always insert a new o-ring when you replace the battery and dispose the old o-ring. Make sure
that the new o-ring is in perfect condition, and that o-ring, o-ring groove and the sealing surfaces
are free of dust and dirt.
