Replacing batteries

RBR ships new instruments with lithium thionyl chloride batteries included. Replace batteries before each deployment to maximise the operational time and prevent data loss.

To replace the batteries:

  1. Remove the battery end-cap and pull out the battery carriage. See Opening the instrument.

  2. Remove the 24 old D-type cell batteries.

  3. Insert 24 new LiSOCl2 D-type cell batteries.

  4. Check for correct battery polarity.

  5. Connect the internal cable.

  6. Insert the battery carriage in the logger and return the end-cap back in its place. See Closing the instrument.