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• Lift the Hatch with O-ring up and away from the Housing.
• Using care not to damage the Contact (Fig. 69a), slide the
Battery up and out of the Left side of the Battery
Compartment.
• Discard the Battery according to local regulations
governing disposal of Lithium batteries.
CAUTION: DO NOT allow a metal object to
short circuit the top of the Battery which is
positive (+) to the negative ( - ) contact of the
Battery Compartment.
Inspection
• Closely check all of the sealing surfaces for any signs of
damage that might impair proper sealing.
• Inspect the Buttons, Lens, and Housing to ensure they are
not cracked or damaged.
WARNING: If damage or corrosion is found,
return your F10 to an Authorized AERIS Dealer,
and DO NOT attempt to use it until it has
received factory prescribed service.
• Remove the Battery Hatch O-ring and inspect it for any
signs of deterioration or deformity. DO NOT use tools to
remove the O-ring.
• To ensure proper sealing, O-ring replacement is highly
recommended each time the Battery is replaced.
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Fig. 69 - BATTERY
REMOVAL