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TROUBLESHOOTING

The Summit/Altitech 2 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 Summit/Altitech 2 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" displayed. 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 Summit/Altitech 2 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.

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