Maintenance
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8 Maintenance
If necessary: Change batteries.
Every 24 months a calibration check is recommended.
Maintenance must only be performed by experts.
Only original spare parts may be used for maintenance.
8.1 Cleaning
CAUTION
Damage to the instrument.
►Do not submerge the instrument in liquid.
►Do not use cleaning agents containing alcohol, lemon, or solvents.
Clean the instrument with a disposable tissue.
8.2 Calibration
The Alcotest
®
5000 is supplied with a standard calibration by the
manufacturer.
The date of the last calibration can be found in the menu (Also see
page 17 section "Menu").
8.3 Storage
The Alcotest
®
5000 consumes a small amount of current even when
switched off.
CAUTION
Damage to the instrument.
Leakage of battery acid can cause damage to the instrument.
►Remove batteries if the storage takes longer than 6 months.
See section "Technical data".