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Battery Life: 30 to 40
f
hours continuous with alkaline dry batteries (15 000 to 20 000
readings at an average of 8 readings per minute). Battery life is reduced
when using the back light.
Minimum Substrate Thickness: 300 µm (12 mil) unless special adjustment is made - see section 5.3.
Gauges will have reduced range when adjusted for thin substrates.
d. Alkaline batteries must be disposed of carefully to avoid environmental contamination. Please consult your local
environmental authority for information on disposal in your region.
Do not dispose of any batteries in fire.
e. Rechargeable batteries can be used if they are charged outside the gauge.
f. Battery life is reduced to approximately 25% of the dry battery life when using rechargeable batteries. Follow the
instructions provided by the battery manufacturer when charging and disposing of rechargeable batteries.