LaMotte SMART 3 Electronic Soil Lab - Manual (Page 48)

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requirements it will need to be replaced. Lithium ion batteries that are properly
charged and stored do not usually lose all capacity; they just have less capacity
after hundreds of charge cycles. This unit uses a custom battery assembly
that is only available from LaMotte Company. Battery replacement must be
performed at a LaMotte authorized repair facility. The water resistant housing
of this meter should not be opened by the user. Contact LaMotte Company by
phone (1-800-344-3100) or email ([email protected]) for a return authorization
number.
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING 
Clean the exterior housing with a damp, lint-free cloth. Do not allow water
to enter the light chamber or any other parts of the meter. To clean the light
chamber and optics area, point a can of compressed air into the light chamber
and blow the pressurized air into the light chamber. Use a cotton swab
dampened with Windex ® window cleaner to gently swab the interior of the
chamber. Do not use alcohol; it will leave a thin residue over the optics when
dry.
REPAIRS 
Should it be necessary to return the meter for repair or servicing, pack the
meter carefully in a suitable container with adequate packing material. A return
authorization number must be obtained from LaMotte Company by calling 800-
344-3100 (US only) or 410-778-3100, faxing 410-778-6394, or emailing tech@
lamotte.com. Often a problem can be resolved over the phone or by email. If
a return of the meter is necessary, attach a letter with the return authorization
number, meter serial number, a brief description of problem and contact
information including phone and FAX numbers to the shipping carton. This
information will enable the service department to make the required repairs
more efficiently.
METER DISPOSAL 
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
Natural resources were used in the production of this equipment. This
equipment may contain materials that are hazardous to health and the
environment. To avoid harm to the environment and natural resources, the use
of appropriate take-back systems is recommended. The crossed out wheeled
bin symbol on the meter encourages the use of these systems when disposing
of this equipment.
Take-back systems will allow the materials to be reused or recycled in a way that
will not harm the environment. For more information on approved collection,