User's Guide

Safety Information
➢ Battery safety
➢ Power supply safety
➢ Touchscreen glass
➢ Service safety
➢ Safe environments of use
➢ Distraction
➢ Telecommunication & Internet Association (TIA)
➢ Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
➢ Caring for your device
Read this guide for important safety and health information and the terms of the Limited Warranty
that apply to the Trimble Ranger 5 / TSC5 device that you have purchased. Keep all printed guides
for future reference. Failure to follow instructions and properly set up, use, and care for this product
can increase the risk of serious injury or death, or damage to the device or devices.
Battery safety
Lithium-Ion batteries are classified by the U. S. Federal Government as non-hazardous waste and
are safe for disposal in the normal municipal waste stream. These batteries contain recyclable
materials and are accepted for recycling. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local
regulations.
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WARNING - Non-approved batteries will not function in the device. Use only the battery for
the system for which it was specified. Only use the battery with a charging system that
has been qualified with the system per this standard. Use of an unqualified battery or
charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard.
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WARNING - There are no user-serviceable parts in the battery pack. Do not disassemble or
open, crush, bend or deform, puncture, or shred the battery. Do not modify or
remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse or expose to
water or other liquids, or expose to fire, explosion, or other hazard. Do not expose to
temperatures above +70 °C (+158 °F ).
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WARNING - Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion, or other hazard.
● Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic or conductive objects to contact
the battery terminals.
● Avoid dropping the device or battery. If dropped, especially on a hard surface,
and the user suspects damage to the battery, take it to a service center for
inspection.
● In the event of a battery leak, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the
skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with large
amounts of water and seek medical advice.
● Battery usage by children should be supervised.
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