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9. BATTERY REPLACEMENT
NOTE
It is advisable to contact an authorized Suunto representative for
battery replacement. It is imperative that the change is made in a
proper manner to avoid anyleakage of waterinto the battery compart-
ment or computer.
CAUTION
Defects caused by improper battery installation are not covered by
the warranty.
CAUTION
When the battery is changed, all nitrogen and oxygen uptake data is
lost. Therefore, the no-fly time shown by the computer should have
reached zero or you must wait for 48 hours, or preferably up to 100
hours, before you dive again.
All history andprofile data, as wellas the altitude, personal,and alarm settings, will remain
in the dive computer memory after the battery change. However, the clock time and time
alarm settings are lost. In the MIXED GAS mode, the gas mix settings also revert back to
default settings (MIX1 21% O
2
, 0% He, 1.4 bar PO
2
).
9.1. Battery kit
The battery kit includes a 3.0 V coin type lithium cell battery and a lubricated O ring. When
handling the battery do not make contact with both of the poles at the same time. Do not
touch the surfaces of the battery with your bare fingers.
9.2. Required tools
•
A flat 1.5 mm screwdriver or a special tool for spring bars (K5857).
•
Soft cloth for cleaning.
•
Needlenose pliers or small screwdriver for turning securing ring.
9.3. Replacing the battery
The battery and the buzzer are located in the back of the instrument in a separate com-
partment. To change the battery:
1.
Thoroughly rinse and dry the computer.
2.
Open the securing ring of the battery compartment lid by pushing it down and rotating
it clockwise. You may use a pointed nose pliers or a small screwdriver as an aid in
the rotating. Put the pliers ends into the holes of the securing ring or the screwdriver
onto the side of the right tooth on the ring and turn the ring clockwise. Be careful not
to damage any of the parts.
3.
Remove the ring.
4.
Carefully remove the lid with the beeper attached to it. You can remove the lid by
pressing with your fingeron the outermost edge of the lidwhile simultaneously pulling
with your nail atthe opposite side. Don't usesharp metal objects as they mightdamage
the O-ring or the sealing surfaces.
5.
Remove the O-ring and the battery retainer.
6.
Carefully remove the battery. Do not damage the electrical contacts or the sealing
surface.
7.
Check for any traces of flooding, particularly between the beeper and the lid, or for
any other damage. In case of a leak or any other damage, bring the dive computer
to an authorized SUUNTO dealer or distributor for check and repair.
8.
Check the condition of the O-ring; a defective O-ring may indicate sealing or other
problems. Dispose the old O-ring, even if it seems to be in good condition.
9.
Check that the battery compartment, battery holder and lid are clean. Clean with soft
cloth if necessary.
10.
Reinstall the battery retainer in its correct position.
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