5
Battery Safety
• Do not expose the battery to fire or to
temperatures over 176º F (80º C). Doing so
could cause an explosion.
• Handle batteries with care. Do not short the battery
with conductive materials, such as rings, bracelets,
keys, etc. Shorting the battery may cause personal
injury, damage to the battery or a fire.
• When the battery is not in use, keep it away
from small metal objects, such as paper clips,
coins, nails, etc. These items could connect one
terminal to another and short the battery.
• Do not attempt to charge a cracked or damaged
battery.
• Do not use a damaged or modified battery.
Doing so could result in a fire, explosion or
personal injury.
WARNING:
The battery may
present a risk of fire or chemical burn if
mistreated. Do not disassemble, overheat
or incinerate the battery. The battery may
develop a small leak under extreme usage
or temperature conditions.
If battery fluid contacts skin:
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Immediately wash the area with soap
and water.
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Neutralize the battery fluid with a mild
acid (lemon juice, vinegar, etc.).
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Seek immediate medical attention.
If battery fluid gets in the eyes:
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Immediately flush the eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes.
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Seek immediate medical attention.
DISPOSING OF DAMAGED OR WORN-OUT
BATTERIES
WARNING:
To prevent
contamination of the environment, contact
your local waste disposal agency for
specific instructions before disposing of
damaged or worn-out lithium-ion batteries.
Take batteries to a local recycling and/or
disposal center, certified for lithium-ion
battery disposal.
WARNING:
Do not use broken or
cracked batteries, even if there isn't
leakage. Replace damaged or worn-out
batteries with new batteries. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO REPAIR BATTERIES! Repair
attempts may result in severe personal
injury, due to explosion or electrical shock.
WARNING:
The following toxic and
corrosive material is used in this unit's
battery:
LITHIUM-ION, a toxic material.
To avoid personal injury and damage to the
environment:
• Do not attempt to remove or destroy any of the
battery components. Do not open or mutilate
the battery. If a leak develops, released
electrolytes are corrosive and toxic. Do not get
the solution in your eyes or on your skin, and do
not swallow it.
• Do not dispose of the battery in the regular
household trash.
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell
may explode.
• Do not dispose of the battery where it will
become part of any waste landfill or municipal
solid waste stream.
• Cover the battery terminals with heavy-duty
adhesive tape.
• Dispose of the battery according to local and
national regulations.
• Dispose of the battery promptly.