Lynx Plus - Motion Detector Batteries

Replace the batteries in a motion detector. Both types use CR123A lithium batteries: the Honeywell 5890 takes 2 and the Honeywell 5800PIR takes 1. Find yours below.

Applies to: Lynx Plus

Before You Start

  • New CR123A lithium batteries: 2 for the Honeywell 5890, 1 for the Honeywell 5800PIR
  • A flat screwdriver, for the Honeywell 5890

Honeywell 5890 (Bottom Slot, 2 Batteries)

  1. Put a flat screwdriver into the slot on the bottom and twist to remove the cover.

    Honeywell 5890 motion detector with an arrow at the bottom slot, and the open detector with its CR123A batteries being replaced
    Honeywell 5890: open from the bottom slot
  2. Replace both batteries with CR123A lithium batteries.

Honeywell 5800PIR (Bottom Tab, 1 Battery)

  1. Press the tab on the bottom to remove the cover.

    Honeywell 5800PIR motion detector with an arrow at the bottom tab, and the open detector with its CR123A battery being replaced
    Honeywell 5800PIR: press the bottom tab
  2. Replace the battery with a CR123A lithium battery.

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