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Using mended fuses or bridging the fuse holder is not permitted for safety reasons.
It may cause fires or arc explosions. Never operate the meter when it is open.
Inserting and Changing the Batteries
Operation of the measuring device requires a 9V battery (e.g. 1604A). You need to insert a new, charged
battery prior to initial operation or when the battery change symbol appears on the display.
Proceed as follows to insert or change the batteries:
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Separate the connected measuring lines from the measuring circuit and the measuring device. Switch
off the DMM.
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Open the housing as described in chapter “Opening the Measuring Device”.
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Replace the flat batteries with new one of the same type. Place a new battery into the battery com-
partment (18), observing the correct polarity. Observe the correct polarity indicated in the battery
compartment.
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Now close the housing again carefully.
Never operate the measurement device when it is open. !RISK OF FATAL INJURY!
Do not leave flat batteries in the device. Even batteries protected against leaking can
corrode and thus release chemicals which may be detrimental to your health or dest-
roy the battery compartment.
Do not leave batteries lying around carelessly. They could be swallowed by children
or pets. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
Remove the batteries if the device is not used for longer periods of time to prevent
leaking.
Leaking or damaged batteries may cause alkali burns if they come in contact with
the skin. Therefore, use suitable protective gloves.
Make sure that the batteries are not short-circuited. Do not throw batteries into the
fire.
Batteries must not be recharged or dismantled. Danger of explosion!
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You can order suitable alkaline batteries stating the following order no.:
Item no. 65 25 09 (please order one).
Only use alkaline batteries, as they are powerful and have a long service life.
