Garmin T 5 Mini Dog Device Owners Manual - Page 18

2 Replace the battery cover. 3 Replace the screws to secure the battery cover. 4 Connect the battery connector and power connector. You may need to use a flat screwdriver to help secure the connectors. 5 Select the power key to test the connections. When properly connected, a tone is emitted and the status LED blinks green. 6 Turn off the device. 7 Verify the gasket located inside the bottom cover is fully seated. 8 Replace the back plate. 9 Replace the six screws to secure the back plate. After you install the new battery, charge the collar completely. Replacing the T5 mini Dog Collar Device Battery Before you can replace the battery, you must remove all dirt, water, and debris from the device. You also need a small Phillips screwdriver and the security screwdriver included in the battery replacement kit. 1 Remove the screws from the L-shaped cover over the VHF antenna. 2 Pry off the L-shaped cover. 3 Remove the screws from the outer edges of the back plate. 4 Pry off the back plate. 5 Grip the battery connector wires close to the connector, and pull the connector perpendicular to the circuit board to disconnect the battery connector from the device. 6 Grip the power connector wires close to the connector, and pull the connector parallel to the circuit board to disconnect the power connecter from the device. 7 Remove the screws from the battery plate. 8 Remove the battery plate. 9 Remove the battery. The battery fits tightly. It may be necessary to pry the battery out of the back plate using a non-sharp, non-metal object. 10Install the new battery into the front enclosure with the label side of the battery facing up, and the leading edge of the battery placed under the charging contact ledge of the device. 11Replace the battery plate, and replace and tighten the two screws. 12Verify the gasket is not damaged and is completely seated in the groove. 13Connect the battery connector and the power connector to the device. When properly installed, the connector plugs snap into the ports. 14Replace the back plate, and replace and tighten the screws to secure the back plate. 15Replace the L-shaped cover, and replace and tighten the screws to secure the L-shaped plate. 16Verify the gasket is not sticking out of the device. Replacing the Collar Strap Before you replace the collar strap, you must remove all dirt, water, and debris from the device (Cleaning the Device, page 11). 1 Pull the collar strap out of the GPS antenna, VHF antenna guide, and the dog device. You may need to push and pull the collar strap to properly remove it. You may need to loosen the screw on the GPS antenna case, but do not remove them. 2 Thread the new collar strap through the dog device, VHF antenna guide, and GPS antenna. 3 If necessary, tighten the screws that secure the GPS antenna case. VHF Radio Information This product may be used only on specific radio frequencies, which vary depending on the country of use. The handheld device and the dog device allow the user to install a different antenna. Changing the antenna can result in improved radio performance and higher radiated power. You must not use the device with a third party antenna or an antenna not approved by Garmin. Go to www.garmin.com/tracking-legal for details about the performance and radio frequency of this product, lawful accessories, and power limits for countries. Replacing the VHF Antenna in the Dog Collar Device NOTICE Do not excessively bend the band that connects the main device case with the GPS antenna. When the cover is removed, do not disturb the sealant opposite the VHF antenna, because this can damage the waterproof seal of the dog collar device. Before you replace the VHF antenna, you must remove all dirt, water, and debris from the device. Also, you need a small Phillips screwdriver. 1 Remove the 4 screws from the cover over the VHF antenna. NOTE: You should note the location of the one short screw . 14 Appendix