How to Replace the Battery in a Wireless Transmitter

The battery life of a remote transmitter be it 2 or 4 buttons is typically 12-18 months with the average 23A (coin) battery. These batteries are cheap, easy to replace, and are often even easier to locate as is the case with USAutomatic LCR, Sentry, and LCR Premium remotes. Some signs that the battery is beginning to go bad is that the range of your remote is noticeably lower than usual, you have to press the button several times to get the gate to operate, or sometimes even hit the button harder. Luckily, USAutomatic batteries are easily replaceable and don't require any special tools.

How to Replace the Battery in a Wireless Transmitter with a front facing door

1. A new 12v type 23A battery
2. Open the Swinging Door at the Bottom of the Remote
3. Push in on the top right of the remote's door while sliding it to the left.
4. Remove and Replace the Battery
5. Insert the positive side of the battery first as it will not fit while inserting the negative side first.
6. Close the Swinging Door at the Bottom of the Remote

How to Replace the Battery in a Wireless Transmitter with a back facing door

1. A new 12v type 23A battery
2. Pry open the Back Cover at the Back of the Remote on the bottom
3. Remove and Replace the Battery
4. Insert the positive side of the battery first as it will not fit while inserting the negative side first.
5. Replace the back cover by inserting the top half first then pressing the bottom cover down