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overcharge any batteries. Ensure that batteries and chargers are not left unsupervised
during charging.
18. Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries, as they can overheat and break.
19. Longer life and better performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when
the air temperature is between 18°C and 24°C. Do not charge the battery pack in air
temperatures below 4.5°C, or above 40.5°C. This is important as it can prevent serious
damage to the battery pack.
20. Charge only battery pack of the same model provided by POSITEC and of models
recommended by POSITEC
Safety Warnings for battery pack
a) Do not dismantle, open or shred cells or battery pack.
b) Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do not store battery packs haphazardly in a box
or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by conductive
materials.
c) Do not expose battery pack to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
d) Do not subject battery pack to mechanical shock.
e) In the event of battery leaking, do not allow the liquid to come into contact with the skin
or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water
and seek medical advice.
f) Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or battery pack has been swallowed.
g) Keep battery pack clean and dry.
h) Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.
i) Battery pack needs to be charged before use. Always refer to this instruction and use the
correct charging procedure.
j) Do not maintain battery pack on charge when not in use.
k) After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the
battery pack several times to obtain maximum performance.
l) Battery pack gives its best performance when it is operated at normal room temperature
(20°C ± 5°C).
m) When disposing of battery packs, keep battery packs of different electrochemical systems
separate from each other.
n) Recharge only with the charger specified by POSITEC. A charger that is suitable for one
type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
o) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from
one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
p) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery pack; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
q) Clean the battery pack contacts and also those of the equipment prior to battery
installation.
r) Remove exhausted battery pack promptly.
s) Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment.
t) Do not use any battery pack which is not designed for use with the equipment.
u) Keep battery pack out of the reach of children.
v) After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the
battery pack several times to obtain maximum performance.
w) Retain the original product literature for future reference.
x) Remove the battery from the equipment when not in use.
y) Dispose of properly.
