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5. Preparing for operation
5.1. Open the housing
-Rotate the unit and unscrew the 6 screws (see below)
-Lift up the upper part carefully.
5.2. Inserting the batteries
-The unit is operated with 3 x 1,5 V AA batteries. Use alkaline batteries for longer life and better protection against leaking.
-Insert the three batteries into the battery holder with right polarity as shown in the battery holder.
-If you want to make settings (addresses or measuring unit), go to the next chapter.
-Finally, close the housing. Be sure the temperature sensor is placed in the correct position in the housing and most importantly that the neopre- ne seal ring is aligned properly before you close the housing and tighten the screws. Tighten the screws carefully in a diagonal sequence.
5.3.Setting address and measuring units Display
Screws
Batteries
Sensor
Eye for fixing on the ground