Badger Meter ORION AMR/AMI Hardware Solutions for Gas Utilities - Manual (Page 32)

ORION® Fixed Network (SE) II Network Gateway Transceiver
BTTTERY BTCKUP REPLTCEMENT
If a battery replacement is required, complete the installation steps as detailed below in the order presented .
NOTE: N It is not necessary to disconnect AC power from the gateway before removing the cover and replacing the battery .
Tools and Materials
• Rechargeable battery pack kit with enclosure cover (67018-001)
• #2 slotted or Phillips screwdriver (customer-supplied)
MPORTTNT I
Working with electronics requires the use of proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection. Grounded wrist straps are
recommended when working inside the enclosure.
1 . Using a #2 slotted or Phillips screwdriver, remove the enclosure cover by unscrewing four corner-cover screws
(Figure 42) . The cover will not be used again and can be discarded .
Remove Four Corner Screws
Cover Removed
Figure 42: Enclosure cover removal
2 . Squeeze the connector latch (Figure 43) of the battery connector on the circuit board and carefully pull on the
connector to remove it from the circuit board pin contacts . Do NOT pull on the connector wires . If the connector is
stuck, it can need to be gently rocked back and forth while pulling .
Figure 43: Battery connector
NOTE: N The battery is held in place by the enclosure cover only . No other adhesive or locking mechanism is used .
Battery Connector
Latch
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