Batteries may only be replaced and connected up by qualified personnel.
NOTICE
Damage to the device if the wrong battery is used
Use only original replacement batteries to avoid damaging the device.
Replace the battery only with original batteries (Page 109).
WARNING
Danger of explosion and the release of harmful substances!
Improper handling of batteries can cause them to explode.
Explosion of the batteries and the released pollutants can cause severe physical injury. Worn
batteries jeopardize the function of the device.
Note the following when handling batteries:
• Replace the batteries only with original batteries (Page 109).
• Never throw batteries into fire.
• Do not solder on the body of the battery.
• Never recharge the battery.
• Do not open the battery.
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
• Do not connect the battery with the incorrect polarity.
• Do not heat up the battery above 100 °C.
• Protect the battery from direct sunlight, moisture and condensation.
Data loss when the battery is changed
When a battery is changed, device configuration data are kept in the retentive memory.
The following data are lost:
• Measurement data after the last transmission to SIDRIVE IQ Fleet
• The associated date and time of the connectivity module
Note
Save data when the battery has adequate residual capacity
To avoid losing measurement data that has been captured, you can transfer data to MindSphere
while the battery has sufficient residual capacity and before it is replaced.
To do this, use the "Send data to MindSphere" function in the "SIDRIVE IQ Config" application.
Maintenance
8.6 Replace the battery
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