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Battery Safety Guidelines
Used correctly, domestic batteries are a
safe and dependable source of portable
power. Problems can occur If they are
misused or abused – resulting in leakage
or, in extreme cases, fire or explosion.
Here are some simple guidelines to safe
battery use designed to eliminate any
such problems.
Store unused batteries in their packaging
and away from metal objects which may
cause a short-circuit resulting in leakage
or, in extreme cases, fire or even an
explosion.
Never attempt to recharge ordinary
batteries, either in a charger or by
applying heat to them. They may leak,
cause fire or even explode. There are
special rechargeable batteries which are
clearly marked as such.
Remove dead batteries from equipment
and all batteries from equipment you
know you are not going to use for a long
time. Otherwise the batteries may leak
and cause damage.
Supervise children if they are replacing
batteries themselves in order to ensure
these guidelines are followed.
Never throw batteries in a fire, this can
cause an explosion.
Do not put dead batteries with the normal
household waste. Deliver them at special
collecting institutions.
Make sure battery compartments are
secure.
Take care to fit your batteries correctly,
observing the plus and minus marks
on the battery and appliance. Incorrect
fitting can cause leakage or, in extreme
cases, fire or even an explosion.
Replace the whole set of batteries at one
time, taking care not to mix old and new
batteries or batteries of different types,
since this can result in leakage or, in
extreme cases, fire or even an explosion.
