How Much Does It Cost To Have Oceanic Replace the Battery In An OCi?

[cvfbx5]

I am considering moving from my Suunto Cobra to the Oceanic OCi computer with Transmitter but would like to know if anybody can tell me what it costs to have the manufacturer replace the batteries in the wrist computer and the transmitter and how long of a process it is?

 

[Charles2]

I found the job of changing the batteries in both the computer and the transmitter to be relatively simple and straightforward using this Battery Kit. I suspect the dive shop will do it for around $50 or so including batteries, but I didn't ask.

 

[BoltSnap]

I thought that it is user replaceable and you don't have to take it to a dealer. Double check on this issues.

 

[scubadada]

The Atom 3.1 and the Geo 2 have a twist on battery cover and the instructions say the battery is user replaceable. I have had a Geo 2 for more than 5 years and the battery replacement is a cinch

The OCi and the OCL have a 4 screw battery back and the instructions recommend a pressure test by the dealer or factory. Personally, I am not fond of this change, maybe the battery change works just fine and the pressure test is not needed

 

[diversteve]

Is there some particular reason it has to be the mfr?

Because it appears Scuba Center | Minnesota's Largest PADI Scuba Diving School | Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Equipment, Water Rescue Equipment | Scuba Diving Classes | Dive Travel | Minneapolis, Minnesota and Eagan, Minne is an Oceanic dealer and could do it.

My local shop charges cost for the kit and 1 hr labor so it winds up around $50 but that's for a Suunto also.

 

[scubadada]

Is there some particular reason it has to be the mfr?

Because it appears Scuba Center | Minnesota's Largest PADI Scuba Diving School | Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Equipment, Water Rescue Equipment | Scuba Diving Classes | Dive Travel | Minneapolis, Minnesota and Eagan, Minne is an Oceanic dealer and could do it.

My local shop charges cost for the kit and 1 hr labor so it winds up around $50 but that's for a Suunto also.

Wouldn't you rather change the battery yourself? This is a big step backward

 

[diversteve]

Wouldn't you rather change the battery yourself? This is a big step backward

Are you asking me? Sometimes I do it, sometimes my shop. Depends on how my schedule is and when I remember to get it done. I've literally been there at 4pm after work with a 4am flight the next morning out so that one I let them do. Plus they have the right tools, are faster than I am and can check it under pressure. Worth $50 to me...

 

[DIVEWATCHDOCTOR]

We do change the battery of the OCi, the O-ring and pressure test it in water to 165 feet for $ 50. We provide the same service to all otherOceanic dive computers as well as Suuntos. www.divewatchdoctor.com