(1) Have three replacement LR44/AG13 watch batteries ready.
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(2) Remove the battery cover with a small Phillips screwdriver.
(3) Remove the 3 x old LR44 batteries.
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(4) Insert 3 new batteries.
(5) Take note that the (+) flat sides of the batteries, face toward the spring (see pictures).
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(6) Replace the battery cover with Phillips screwdriver.
(7) Replacing the batteries will not erase previously recorded message.
(8) How to record a new message:
Record: Slide switch to the "REC" position. Press and hold the top of the housing. While the LED recording indicator is on, speak into the built-in microphone about 8-10 cm away with a normal speaking voice. Release the top to end recording. (Recording automatically stops when memory is full.)
Play: Slide the switch to the "PLAY" position, and press the top of the housing to play.
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