Died in it's sleep

[Kray Gelder]

Arrived at a new prospect, got a hit right away, pulled my Makro pointer, and it was stone dead. It was working just a few days before. Changed batteries. No help. Is this common with Makro? This tool is only a month old, and has not been abused.

 

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[McKinney_5900]

Check the terminal tabs. Also, some batteries are a tad shorter. Try putting a quarter in the cap in-between the battery and cap. Cant hurt to try. Do you know the new battery is good?

 

[Kray Gelder]

Thanks McK, Yes, tested battery, it's good. Tried spacer to improve contacts. Just got email from maker in Turkey, after sending them a message yesterday. They're shipping me a new one. So, can't complain. I ordered the Garrett AT PP yesterday. Can't hurt to have two.

 

[eyemustdigtreasure]

Kray Gelder - The Makro, being waterproof, needs to have the battery compartment cap on very snug. I had an issue with my Nokta PP at first, but after initial false start, (and battery test), I discovered the problem, and with every battery since, no problems. Try it.

 

[Kray Gelder]

Eyemustdigtreasure, Bingo. Per your suggestion, I really cranked it tight. It works! Over tightening plastic usually breaks something, but in this case I guess you have to. Thanks. Back in business.

 

[eyemustdigtreasure]

Kray Gelder - Great!
I had the same feeling, actually timid with my valuable gear, most being PLASTIC!
Enjoy!