Highgear Axio Max - Manual (Page 27)

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Troubleshooting
The unit is a very sensitive and sophisticated instrument. If properly cared for it should last and
remain accurate for many years. However, from time to time problems may happen. It has been our
experience that the majority of the problems seen by consumers with products such as these are
related to dead or dying batteries.
While the estimated life of a fresh battery in the unit is approximately 2 to 2.5 years, this can be
shortened considerably if the compass, altimeter or EL systems of the unit are used extensively.
Whenever you are experiencing issues related to the function of the unit it is recommended that
you install a fresh battery as a first course of action, especially if it has been more than a half a year
since the last time the battery was replaced.
BE AWARE – Lithium batteries of the type used in this watch are very susceptible to improper stor-
age. Many times, batteries purchased as new are dead or weak before they are purchased. Do not
assume that batteries in stores are good. If you try a new battery and problems persist, please try a
second battery from another source, just to be certain.
If the battery on the watch unit of the unit is failing it may show itself in several ways. Indications of
a weak battery are:
1. A fading or blank display.
2. If the display goes blank when the EL system is operated and
then comes back on when the EL system turns off.
3. Inaccurate readings from the Altimeter or Compass systems
Because the compass is magnetic it may be effeced by local sources of electromagnetic radiation
(EMI). Avoid using near appliances, in cars, near home security systems and other sources of EMI.
The unit is equipped with a display which allows it to be used in a wide variety of environments.
However, if the unit is used in extreme cold (<32 F or 1c) the function of the display may be slower
than normal. If exposed to extreme heat or cold, the display may also darken. The display should
return to normal once the temperature returns to normal levels.