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Caution - If you have a back up machine - Nightynite - 10-03-2024
I have a back up AS 10 that just sits in the closet in case my main machine breaks. During my blower motor replacement I was going to replace the button battery on the PC board but never did.
Out of curiosity I emailed Advans cpap repair . Supplier #28 and ask him just how long does this button battery last and what does it do . Below is his response. This may be a concern for others.
The battery can last anywhere from 5-7 years. It's function retain memory. Once it is dead, the control board will need to be replaced. The battery is part of the control board and not replaceable.
Sincerely,
Advans CPAP
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Crimson Nape - 10-03-2024
Not so, if you know how to solder. This battery is available from Mouser and DigiKey.
- Red
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Nightynite - 10-03-2024
Red, I bought that battery just never attempted to install it. Have you or anyone else on here successfully installed one?
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Nightynite - 10-03-2024
I know I can get the old one out and install the new one, I just don’t know what happens when there’s no battery in there.
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Crimson Nape - 10-03-2024
It would reset back to factory defaults.
- Red
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Nightynite - 10-03-2024
Well, then there’s probably no reason to change it then. Once it’s plugged in and manually set your pressure , it should work fine.
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Crimson Nape - 10-03-2024
Yep! The battery backup only comes into play when there isn't an external power source.
- Red
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Nightynite - 10-03-2024
Thanks Red
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Big Guy - 10-03-2024
Good stuff to know.
RE: Caution - If you have a back up machine - Sleeprider - 10-03-2024
I have a couple of Vauto machines that sit in the closet without power. This is probably something I will eventually deal with. Thanks for the heads-up. Why would they solder the battery rather than just install in clips?