8.8 Replace the battery
Batteries are consumables. You can order batteries as spare parts (Page204). Replace the
battery in plenty of time in order to guarantee the functionality of the device.
Shorter measuring and send cycles result in a shorter battery life (see Chapter Changing
measuring and send cycles (Android) (Page115) or Changing measuring and send cycles
(iOS) (Page124).
The ambient conditions, such as temperature, can also inuence the battery life.
If the battery status display of the connectivity module is orange, then the charge is 40% or
less.
If the battery status display of the connectivity module is red, then the charge is 20% or less.
Replace the battery in good time. If disturbances occur in data transmission, replace the
batteries.
Batteries may only be replaced and connected up by qualied personnel.
NOTICE
Damage to the device if the wrong battery is used
Replace the battery only with original batteries (Page204).
WARNING
Danger of explosion and the release of harmful substances!
Improper handling of batteries can cause them to explode.
Explosion of the batteries and the released pollutants can cause severe physical injury. Worn
batteries jeopardize the function of the device.
Note the following when handling batteries:
• Replace the batteries only with original batteries (Page204).
• Never throw batteries into re.
• Do not solder on the body of the battery.
• Never recharge the battery.
• Do not open the battery.
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
• Do not connect the battery with the incorrect polarity.
• Do not heat up the battery above 100°C.
• Protect the battery from direct sunlight, moisture and condensation.
Data loss when the battery is changed
When a battery is changed, device conguration data are kept in the retentive memory.
Maintenance
8.8Replace the battery
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