Install The Battery; Battery Disposal - Digi Utility Installation Manual

Connect the hardware

Install the battery

WARNING! For all installations: Use precautions to avoid risk of electrostatic
charge/discharge. Always practice proper grounding techniques prior to servicing the
device.
The battery is shipped in a separate cardboard box inside the container. Remove it from its packaging
and mount it into the battery slot on the side of the unit using the following instructions:
1. Gently insert the battery into the battery mounting bracket
as shown.
Note Ensure that the battery terminals are facing
upwards.
2. Connect the red wire of the battery cable to the red
(positive) lead on the battery.
3. Connect the black wire of the battery cable to the black
(negative) lead on the battery.
Note The remaining end of the battery cable should not be
connected to the power supply until the unit has been
installed in the field.
4. Connect the remaining end of the battery cable to the
battery terminal on the power supply.

Battery disposal

The Utility Communication Hub contains a lead-acid battery. This battery must be recycled after use.
Please follow all applicable federal, state and regional laws dictating proper recycling methods.
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