M
ORPHO
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R
AP
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G
UIDE
Battery
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AUGUST
2009
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ÉCURITÉ
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OCUMENT
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4. B at t e r y
Precautions
Battery Handling
The battery handling precautions for
MorphoRapID™
batteries are:
WARNING
•
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if
mistreated.
•
Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate.
•
Never short-circuit the pack. It may cause electrolyte leakage, gazing or fire.
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Avoid all risk of short-circuit when handling the batteries or during storage.
•
Leakage under conditions of intended use and reasonably foreseeable misuse shall
not occur. Even so if electrolyte leaks out of the pack and comes into contact with
the skin, eyes or others parts of body, the electrolyte should be flushed
immediately with fresh water. Seek medical advice from a physician.
•
Never incinerate nor dispose of pack into fire.
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The pack should never be soaked in liquid.
•
If any abnormal features of the pack are found such as: damage to the plastic
envelope, deformation of the pack, smell of electrolyte, electrolyte leakage, or
other abnormalities, the cell should not be used anymore.
Battery Replacement
The battery replacement precautions are (see Battery Replacement):
WARNING
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same battery type.
Must be disposed of properly.
