ECOTEST MKS-05 TERRA Operating Manual page 43

c) serious mechanical damages of the component parts that affect the security access to the
dosimeter circuits.
3.1.3.4 Power supply switch off
Power supply should be switched off each time the dosimeter is not in use for a long time.
Do the following:
- switch the dosimeter off;
- open the lid of the battery compartment;
- remove the batteries;
- examine the battery compartment, check the contact clamps accuracy, clean the battery
compartment from contamination and contact clamps from oxides;
- make sure there is no humidity, no salt spots on the surface of the batteries, and no
damages of the insulated coating.
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