As said to all it's essential to remove mains power feed for the end station (control panel) prior to removing the lid.
Safety first diy second where mains voltages are concerned is a good rule of thumb.
Remove the fuse from the spur,should have an unswitched fused spur fitted close or near the end station.
Carry out the battery replacement observing correct polarity then only apply mains power when the lid's back on seated correctly and secure.
Be safe.
e manno, February 2014