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Battery Pack
WARNING
Do NOT attempt to recharge batteries
Do NOT heat batteries above 212 °F (100 °C)
Do NOT attempt to replace with standard AA size batteries. They will not work.
Note
: The Echo
®
Sensor uses two 3.6 V, A-size (not AA) primary lithium-thionyl
chloride (Li-SOCl
2
) high energy density, bobbin cell batteries in series that are NOT
rechargeable. Please contact IMI for replacements.
The Echo
®
Wireless Vibration Sensor accurately measures battery voltage during each
measurement cycle and transmits the battery status. The battery status is available for
display in the Echo
®
Monitoring Software. See the
Echo
®
Monitoring Software User’s
Manual
for details on monitoring the battery status. The following are recommended
actions based on battery status.
Note
: The battery decline is not linear; it will be at a 3 level longer than a 2 level and at a
0 level the shortest amount of time.
3 = Battery is good
2 = Battery good but order replacement
1 = Replace the battery
0 = Battery bad, stop taking measurements with it until replaced
When a battery is required, it is recommended you order a Model 073A20 Echo
®
Replacement Battery Kit, shown below. The kit includes a battery pack, 0-ring, silicon
grease, battery securing foam, and instructions.
