INSTALLING BATTERIES
Warning - the original batteries are mercury 1.35 volt batteries (no longer available in U.S.
The suggested replacements are 1.5V. That makes the over-voltage .3 volts since you need
two. I have a report of one person's LED lights burn out after 6 shots with replacement 1.5V
batteries (3 volts instead of 2.7). There are 1.4V zinc-air batteries or battery holder for
alkaline batteries to drop them to the 1.35v.
Check my battery link page for more info.
1. Open the Battery Compartment Cover by pressing your fingertips against its milled edge and turning it
counter-clockwise.
2. Install two mercury batteries (Mallory PX-640 or equivalent), making sure that their ( - ) side faces towards
the Cover.
3. After replacing the cover, press the Activator Switch. If the green signal lamp appears in the viewfinder, it
indicates the batteries are installed properly.
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· Always use the right type of mercury batteries (Mallory PX-640 or equivalent). Do not attempt to dismantle
the mercury batteries. Do not throw them into a fire or keep them where children can get hold of them. Make it
a rule to take along a set of spare batteries when going out on long trip.
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