Highgear Axis - Manual (Page 19)

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
The Axis is a very sensitive and sophisticated instrument. If properly cared for it should last and remain
accurate for many years. However, from time to time problems may happen. It has been our experience
that the majority of the problems seen by consumers with products such as these are related to dead
or dying batteries.
While the estimated life of a fresh battery in the unit is approximately one year, this can be shortened
considerably if the compass, altimeter or EL systems of the unit are used extensively. Whenever you
are experiencing issues related to the function of the unit it is recommended that you install a fresh
battery as a first course of action, especially if it has been more than a half a year since the last time
the battery was replaced.
BE AWARE – Lithium batteries of the type used in this instrument are very susceptible to improper
storage. Many times, batteries purchased as new are dead or weak before they are purchased. Do not
assume that batteries in stores are good. If you try a new battery and problems persist, please try a
second battery from another source, just to be certain. If the battery of the Axis is failing it may show
itself in several ways.
Indications of a weak battery are:
1. A fading or blank display.
2. If the display goes blank when the EL system is operated and then comes back on when the EL
system turns off.
3. Inaccurate readings from the Altimeter or Compass systems.
Because the compass is magnetic it may be affected by local sources of electromagnetic radiation
(EMI). Avoid using the compass near appliances, in cars, near home security systems and other sources
of EMI. If after several compass calibration attempts, you still see an ERR message, please demagnetize
your compass. You can demagnetize your compass by holding your watch over a demagnetizing
machine while in compass mode with “CAL” on the screen. Most retail stores and libraries have
demagnetizing machines for anti-theft purposes. An example of a demagnetizer is a machine that
deactivates the magnetic security strip within a product.
The Axis is equipped with a display which allows it to be used in a wide variety of environments.
However, if the unit is used in extreme cold (<32 F or 1c) the function of the display may be slower than
normal. If exposed to extreme heat or cold, the display may also darken. The display should return to
normal once the temperature returns to normal operating levels.