Removing battery - INDIGO80

Indigo80 Quick Guide
Document code
M212723EN
Revision
E
Language
English
Product
INDIGO80
Document type
User guide
CAUTION

Removing the lithium-ion battery of Indigo80 is allowed in the following cases only:

  • Before recycling Indigo80.
  • Before shipping Indigo80 to Vaisala for repairs.

Take special care when opening the back cover and removing the battery. Careless handling may damage the components inside Indigo80 or compromise its ingress protection.

CAUTION If you need to replace the M4×14 hex screws on the back cover of Indigo80 with new ones, make sure the replacing screws are identical to the original ones: exactly 14 mm (0.55 in) in length. Screws that are shorter or longer than 14 mm (0.55 in) may damage the device or compromise its ingress protection.
  • 2-mm Allen key for the M4×14 hex screws on the back cover of Indigo80
  1. Detach any USB or probe connection cables from Indigo80.
  2. Turn off Indigo80 by pressing the power button for 2 seconds.
  3. Place the indicator on a clean, flat surface, with the display facing down.
  4. Open the screws (2 pcs) on the back cover and lift the cover to remove it.
  5. Detach the battery connector from the component board by pulling it out gently.

    Do not touch the connector with conducting material, for example with a metallic screwdriver.

    1
    Battery connector, connected to battery with 3 wires
    2
    Lithium-ion battery
  6. Lift the top end of the battery and remove the battery from the cradle.
  7. Reattach the back cover and fasten it tightly with the screws.