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average of 8 readings per minute.) Battery life is
reduced by one third when using the backlight.
12.6 PACKAGING
The gauge is packed in cardboard and plastic
packaging. Please ensure that this packaging is
disposed of in an environmentally sensitive
manner. Consult your Local Environmental
Authority for further guidance.
13 ACCESSORIES
The Elcometer 456
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is complete with all the items
required to get started and take measurements.
Many of the following accessories are optional.
However, some are consumable items that may
need to be replaced over the lifetime of the gauge.
All these accessories are available from Elcometer,
or your local Elcometer supplier. At time of ordering
please quote the sales part number which follows
the description of each accessory.
13.1 PROBES
Full details of the extensive range of 456 probes
can be obtained from Elcometer, your local
Elcometer supplier or the Elcometer website,
www.elcometer.com.
l.
Alkaline batteries must be disposed of carefully to
avoid environmental contamination. Please consult
your local environmental authority for information on
disposal in your region.
Do not dispose of any batteries in fire.
m. Rechargeable batteries can be used if they are
charged outside the gauge.
n.
Battery life is reduced to approximately 25% of dry
battery life when using rechargeable batteries. Follow
the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer
when charging and disposing of rechargeable
batteries.
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