Section 3 Install batteries
Explosion hazard. If the batteries are not installed correctly, explosive gases can be released. Make
sure that the batteries are of the same approved chemical type and are inserted in the correct
orientation.
If the user thinks that a sensor has water in the pressure housing: Disconnect the sensor from any
power supply. Put on safety glasses and make sure that the sensor is pointed away from the body
and other people. In a well ventilated area, use the purge port (if the sensor is so equipped), or very
SLOWLY loosen the bulkhead connector to let the pressure release.
If the user thinks that the lithium batteries have leaks, pressure may have built up inside of the
pressure housing. Follow ESD protocols to release internal pressure. Put on safety glasses and
protective gloves and make sure that the sensor is pointed away from the body and other people. In
a well ventilated very SLOWLY loosen the bulkhead connector to release the pressure. Keep away
from heat, sparks, flame, and other sources of ignition. Do not smoke.
The pressure housing contains Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) sensitive parts and assemblies that
are susceptible to damage from ESD. Follow ESD protocols:
• Put on protective eye wear before you open the pressure housing.
• Any electrostatic charge on the body of the human operator must be released before the
pressure housing is opened: put a hand on a grounded surface, or better, wear a grounded
antistatic wrist strap.
• At a minimum, wear short-sleeved antistatic clothing, such as cotton, or better, wear an antistatic
smock for this service activity. Do not wear a sweater, fleece or polyester-based clothing.
• At a minimum, use a workstation with a wood or metal tabletop, or better, a tabletop that
dissipates static. Do not use a workstation with a synthetic or polymeric-based tabletop.
The manufacturer ships the twelve lithium batteries for the sensor separately. Do the steps below to
install or replace the batteries. See also the "how to" video on the manufacturer's website to do this
procedure.
Do not ship assembled battery packs
SAFT LS-14500 (included)
Tadiran TL-4903
Electrochem BCX85 series
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Lithium batteries are packaged in heat-sealed plastic and bubble-wrap.
Table 1 Recommended lithium battery brands
3.6 V, 2.6 Ah
3.6 V, 2.4 Ah
3.9 V, 2.0 Ah
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