RKI Instruments Gas Tracer - Manual (Page 186)

178 • Replacing or Recharging the Batteries Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual
Replacing or Recharging the
Batteries
WARNING: To prevent ignition of a hazardous atmosphere, batteries
must only be changed in an area known to be
nonhazardous.
Replace the batteries when the battery icon indicates that the unit is in
low battery warning. When in low battery warning, the lowest battery
level indication bar is displayed in the battery icon on the LCD, and it
will be flashing.
Replacing Alkaline Batteries
NOTE: Use Procell PC 1500 alkaline batteries, Duracell MN 1500
alkaline batteries, or RKI Instruments lithium ion battery pack
49-1615RK to maintain the CSA classification of the Gas
Tracer. Use of other batteries will void the CSA classification
and may void the warranty.
1. Turn off the Gas Tracer.
WARNING: Do not remove the batteries while the Gas Tracer is on.
2. Turn the battery cover release knob counterclockwise, remove the
battery cover, and lay it aside.
3. Carefully remove the old alkaline batteries. Verify that the battery
compartment and electrical contacts are clean.
4. Carefully install the new AA alkaline batteries according to the
battery diagram inside the battery compartment.
Figure 18: Installing the Alkaline Batteries
5. Reinstall the battery cover and turn the battery cover release knob
clockwise to lock the cover in place.
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