Why give it 30 days, the wound is still fresh. The batteries will last more than several years.
As for finding out what makes it tick not a good idea. I can remember taking things apart and putting them back together thinking all is ready for lift off. When I looked on the work bench I said where did that come from.
Bob, you are going to be just fine, we need you around for the upcoming revolution. Cool head, lots of weapons & ammo, and a straight shooter.
Tom Gator 851.