Operation Manual

11Safety
USA
− Do not charge the batteries or reactivate
them with other means.
− Do not short circuit the batteries.
− Do not open the batteries.
− To prevent the batteries from leaking,
only insert batteries of the same type in
the scale.
− Promptly remove empty batteries from
the scale.
− Do not allow battery acid to come into
contact with skin, eyes or mucus mem
-
branes. In the event of contact with bat-
tery acid, immediately flush the applica-
ble areas with plenty of clean water and
consult a physician if necessary.
− If batteries in the scale leak, use gloves
to remove them. Afterwards, clean the
battery compartment with a cloth with
-
out water or any cleaners.
− If you do not use the scale for a pro-
longed period, remove the batteries
from the battery compartment.