Amprobe PRM-6 User Manual

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Replacing and Disposing of the Battery

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Warning

• To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from the source before

opening the PRM-6 for battery replacement.

• To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or

personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the battery is low or

dead.

Note: The PRM-6 contains alkaline battery. Do not dispose of the battery

with other solid waste.
Used batteries should be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous

materials handler. Contact your authorized Amprobe Service center for

recycling information.

The PRM-6 uses two 1.5 V AAA batteries (supplied). To replace the batteries,

follow these steps and refer to Figure 3:

1. Disconnect test leads from any power source.
2. Place the PRM-6 face down on a nonabrasive surface and loosen the

battery-door lock with a flat screwdriver.

3. Lift the battery cover away from the PRM-6.
4. Replace the batteries as shown in Figure 3. Observe the battery polarity

shown in the battery compartment.

5. Replace the battery cover to the lock position.

AAA

Figure 3: Replacing batteries