Product Brochure

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Battery Safety
WARNING:
Batteries can explode or leak and can cause personal injury or fire. To
reduce this risk:
DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
DO NOT store or use in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed
105 °F (40.5 °C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer). For best
life, store in a cool, dry location.
DO NOT incinerate even if severely damaged or completely worn out. The
battery can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when
lithium ion batteries are burned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash area
with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over
the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is
needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of liquid organic carbonates and
lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery may cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air.
If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
• Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark or flame.
• Fire hazard. Never attempt to open for any reason. If the housing is cracked or
damaged, do not charge. Do not crush, drop, or damage. Do not use if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over, or damaged in any way (e.g.
pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged devices should
be recycled.
• DO NOT charge the battery in an air temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C), or
above +105 °F (+40.5 °C). Longest life and best performance can be obtained
if the battery is charged when the air temperature is between 65°F –75 °F
(18° and 24 °C).
• Never use any charger or cable that is damaged, as it may present a risk of
fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard.
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