Replacing the Battery
Replace the batteries immediately if the continuity LED doesn't turn on
when touching both probes together.
Warning
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• To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from the source before
opening the VPC-12 for battery replacement.
• To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or
personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the battery is low or
dead.
The VPC-12 uses three 1.5V batteries. To replace the batteries, follow these
steps and refer to Figure 7:
1. Disconnect test leads from any power source.
2. Place the VPC-12 face down on a non-abrasive surface and loosen the
battery-door screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
3. Lift the battery cover away from the VPC-12.
4. Replace the battery as shown in Figure 7. Observe the battery polarity
shown in the battery compartment.
5. Secure the battery cover back in position with the screw.
Battery: 1.5V IEC LR03 AAA
Figure 7: Replacing the batteries
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