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03 INSTALLATION
This equipment is battery operated, do not connect with any other utility line. The battery is not
installed at the time of shipment. Install the battery provided according to the procedure described
below.
Battery Installation
The PFM-711B uses one (1) 9 VDC alkaline battery (included), which provides an approximate life of
30 hours. To install or replace the battery, follow this procedure:
1.
On the back of the meter, there’s a battery compartment. Carefully press down the cover
using its grooves.
2.
Remove the old battery carefully (if present).
3.
Firmly nap the battery terminals to the appropriate connectors. Make certain of the polarity.
4.
Carefully reclose the battery compartment cover.
Low Battery Indicator
The LCD is designed to indicate when the battery is low. When the battery reaches approximately 7.2
DC volts,
will be displayed. For reliable and accurate measurements, it is recommended that
you replace the battery when this indicator appears (Figure 2).
Figure 2. Battery Replacement (PFM-711B)
