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B. Battery Installation
The MS3500E/3510E instrument uses six 1.5V, AA size batteries, connected in series, as a primary
power source. While any AA size battery can be used, Duracell or Procell Type MN1500 or PC1500
batteries are required to meet the intrinsic safety certification requirements. Since the MS3500E/3510E
operates in a low power consumption mode between readings, battery life will be a function of the
reading interval and measurement time cycle set by the user. At the most frequent reading interval (1 per
hour), a minimum battery life of four months is to be expected. More practical intervals, such as every
12 or 24 hours, will yield a battery life in excess of twelve months. Generally, to avoid unexpected
power drains, batteries should be replaced once every six months. In the instance of a low reading
interval (1 per 4 hours or less), three monthly battery replacements is advisable.
Batteries are mounted in the back of the MS3500E/MS3510E, behind the instrument screen and
keyboard panel. The batteries are accessed by loosening the two thumbscrews on the right side of the
panel, then swinging the hinged panel open to the left. Care should be used when opening and closing
the panel to ensure that the internal wiring is not pinched or damaged. Once the panel is opened,
batteries can be inserted or removed from the spring-loaded retainer as shown below.
Figure 2. MS3500E Battery Installation
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