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Maintaining and repairing the device
8.1 Installing and removing hardware
8.1.4
Replacing the backup battery
The device has a backup battery. This supplies the hardware clock with power even when
the device has been switched off.
Batteries are subject to wear and tear and should be replaced after five years to make sure
that your device works correctly.
Note
The backup battery should only be replaced by the SIEMENS Repair Service. You can find
information on this on the Internet at: SIEMENS Repair Service
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/sc/2154).
NOTICE
Risk of damage!
The lithium battery may only be replaced with an identical battery or with a type
recommended by the manufacturer (order no.: A5E00047601).
Danger of explosion and the release of harmful substances!
Do not throw lithium batteries into an open fire, do not solder, or open the cell body, do not
short-circuit, or reverse polarity, do not heat up above 100 °C, follow the disposal
instructions, and protect against direct exposure to sunlight, humidity, and condensation.
NOTICE
Danger of explosion
Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
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WARNING
SIMATIC Field PG M6
Operating Instructions, 12/2018, A5E43198909-AA
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