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D battery leakage
D batteries may leak corrosive material if used
incorrectly.
Pay attention to the polarity symbols (+ and -) on the battery tray.
Ensure that each battery is installed correctly.
Do not mix batteries of different types.
Do not mix new batteries with used batteries.
Remove D batteries before storing the Song Meter SM5 for
long periods of time.
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Always check that your batteries are installed correctly, even if the Song Meter SM5 powers on. It is possible for the recorder to briefly power if one D battery is installed in the wrong orientation.
Figure 1. Correct Battery Orientation
The two batteries in the left column should point positive-up, negative-down. The two batteries in the right column should point positive-down, negative-up.