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Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C (212 °F), solder directly to the cell, incinerate, or expose contents to
water. Dispose of spent batteries properly.
Use and disposal of batteries
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Where batteries need to be transported to the installation site, ensure they are packed to prevent the battery terminals shorting
which could cause a fire or explosion. Especially in the case of lithium batteries, ensure they are packed and transported in a way
that complies with local shipping regulations and the safety requirements of the carriers involved.
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When installing the batteries follow the installation instructions very carefully. This is to avoid risk of damage to the equipment
caused by installing the wrong type of battery or reverse connections.
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When disposing of used batteries, it is still important to avoid the risk of shorting. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire as there
is risk of explosion and leakage of harmful chemicals into the environment. Batteries should be disposed of at registered
recycling facilities.
Avoiding unnecessary exposure to radio transmitter radiation
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Where the equipment includes a radio transmitter, precautions should be taken to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation from
the antenna. The degree of caution required varies with the power of the transmitter, but as a rule it is best to avoid getting
closer to the antenna than 20 cm (8 inches) when the antenna is active. In particular keep your head away from the antenna. For
higher power radios (in excess of 1 W ERP) turn the radio off when servicing the system, unless the antenna is installed away from
the station, e.g. it is mounted above the system on an arm or pole.
Maintenance
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Periodically (at least yearly) check for wear and damage, including corrosion, stress cracks, frayed cables, loose cable clamps,
cable tightness, etc. and take necessary corrective actions.
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Periodically (at least yearly) check electrical ground connections.
WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS, THE
CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS,
TOWERS, OR ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS SUCH AS SENSORS, CROSSARMS, ENCLOSURES, ANTENNAS, ETC.
