Battery Recommendations

Battery LocationBattery TypeRecommended BatteriesAcceptable Alternatives
Petrel 3 Controller (Internal)AADuracell Coppertop or equivalent high quality AA 1.5V Alkaline• Saft 3.6V LS14500
• 3.7V Li-Ion 14500 rechargeable (AW brand is preferred)
• 1.2V Ni-MH rechargeable
• Photo Lithium 1.5V (recommended for cold water use)
• Low cost Zinc-Carbon 1.5V batteries will work, but are not recommended due to poor performance and short life
SOLO/Solenoid External Canister9VUltralife 9V Lithium1• Duracell Coppertop or equivalent high quality 9V Alkaline1
*** Rechargeable batteries are NOT recommended ***
OBOE/HUD External CanisterAAEnergizer Ultimate Lithium AA• Saft 3.6V LS14500
• Duracell Coppertop or equivalent high quality AA 1.5V Alkaline
*** Rechargeable batteries are NOT recommended ***

1 Note: Not all 9V batteries are the same size. Some brands will not fit correctly into the battery canister. Confirm that the battery fits loosely into the cap before inserting the battery and tightening the cap. Failure to do this can lead to damage of internal components.

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