Distance meter battery faulty? How to handle it

So what are the common errors of rangefinder batteries?

Laser distance meters are manufactured with modern technology and high-quality materials to ensure continuous and durable operation over a long period of time. However, during use, the battery is one of the important components that can encounter problems. Although leading manufacturers such as Bosch, Leica, Total Meter often use high quality batteries, some problems can still occur, causing problems that prevent the device from working effectively.

One of the most common problems is when the battery icon displays full but after a short period of use, the battery level drops significantly, and the device even turns off automatically. When restarting the device, this situation may repeat, causing discomfort to the user. 

So what causes this problem and how to fix it? Please continue reading the article below for detailed answers

Causes and how to handle distance meter battery errors

To have an effective fix, you first need to clearly understand the cause of this problem. Specifically

Reason:

-Battery: After a period of use, the battery of the distance meter may become corroded or damaged. 

-Distance measuring device: There may be components inside the device that are broken or having problems.

How to fix:

Below, EMIN will guide you through some of the simplest fixes:

- If the battery is exhausted, you just need to replace it with a new one to continue using. Choose genuine, quality batteries to ensure long-term operation.

- In case the battery is not exhausted, take the device to the nearest warranty center for quick inspection and repair.

If you do not have technical skills or do not understand the machine well, avoid disassembling and repairing it yourself. This could cause damage, errors, or even danger to you. Bring it to EMIN, we have an experienced technical team that can handle the situations you encounter.

How to preserve rangefinder batteries

To avoid faulty rangefinder batteries, knowing how to properly store them is also very important. Here are some ways you can apply to keep your battery and device running efficiently:

- Ensure suitable temperature: Each machine model will have different operating temperature levels. Please observe the operating temperature stated in the instruction manual. Avoid leaving the device in environments that are too hot or too cold, as this may damage the battery.

- Place the machine in a suitable location: Choose a place to keep the machine dry, away from high temperature sources, explosives, and out of reach of children.

- Use battery properly: When not in use, turn off the device to save battery. If you do not use the device for a long time, remove the battery to avoid the battery leaking and damaging the device.

- Store the device in a leather case or carrying case when not in use: This helps protect the device from impact and external impacts, thereby extending the life of the device.

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