Changing The Backup Battery - Siemens SIMATIC IPC RW-543A Operating Instructions Manual

Device maintenance and repair
7.3 Removing and installing hardware
7.3.3

Changing the backup battery

Risk of explosion and release of harmful substances
Improper use and handling of lithium batteries can result in an explosion of the batteries.
Explosion of the lithium batteries and the resulting release of harmful substances can cause
severe physical injury. Damaged batteries jeopardize the function of the device.
• Replace spent batteries promptly. See information in "Maintenance intervals (Page 61)".
• Replace the lithium battery only with an identical battery or types recommended by the
• Do not throw lithium batteries into fire, do not solder on the cell body, do not recharge,
Prior to replacement
Risk of explosion and release of harmful substances
An explosion or fire HAZARD could occur through fitting a battery of the wrong type.
Improper handling of lithium batteries also can result in an explosion of the batteries.
Explosion of the batteries and the released pollutants can cause severe physical injury. Aged
batteries jeopardize the function of the device.
Note the following when handling lithium batteries:
• Replace the battery every 5 years.
• Replace the lithium battery only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. The
• For any requirements on product maintenance, contact Siemens Technical support
• Do not throw lithium batteries into fire, do not solder on the cell body, do not recharge,
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WARNING
manufacturer.
do not open, do not short-circuit, do not reverse polarity, do not heat above 100 °C and
protect from direct sunlight, moisture and condensation.
WARNING
new lithium battery must be certificated by UL and meet the following requirements:
– Type: CR2032
– Rated voltage: 3 VDC
– Max abnormal charging current: 10 mA
(Page 129).
do not open, do not short-circuit, do not reverse polarity, do not heat above 100°C and
protect from direct sunlight, moisture and condensation.
Operating Instructions, 03/2023, A5E52332059-AA
SIMATIC IPC RW-543A