Chapter 4 Maintenance and Service
4.2 Replacing Batteries
• To avoid electric shock, turn off the function selector
and disconnect the test leads before removing the lith-
ium battery.
• After replacing the batteries, replace the cover before
using the instrument.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, or different types of
batteries. Also, be careful to observe battery polarity
during installation. Otherwise, poor performance or
damage from battery leakage could result.
• Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not short-circuit,
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
• Handle and dispose of batteries in accordance with
local regulations.
• To avoid corrosion from battery leakage, remove
the batteries from the instrument if it is to be
stored for a long time.
• Please use only alkali batteries. Please do not
use manganese, nickel-metal hydride or oxyride
batteries.
1.
Turn the function selector to OFF
and remove the test lead from
the instrument as a precaution.
2.
Loosen the central fastening screw at the back of the
instrument and remove the battery cover.
3.
Replace all 4 batteries.
4.
Slide the
battery
cover back into place and tighten the
screw.