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Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries (Li-Ion)

The appliance is equipped with rechargeable Li-ion batteries.
This results in numerous advantages compared to other
batteries and accumulators:
• A high cell voltage (more volts)
• No memory effect
• A low self-discharge
Safe Handling of Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries
In general, Li-ion batteries are considered safe. Nevertheless,
hazards may result from mechanical damage, electrical faults
and thermal effects.
Mechanical damage may result in the leakage of gaseous or
liquid substances that can be highly irritating, flammable or
even toxic.
An electrical fault, such as a short circuit, may lead to over-
heating and cause a fire.
Even the heating of the outer shell of a Li-ion battery, e. g.
due to sunlight or a heating element, may lead to fire or an
explosion.
However, Li-ion batteries are safe when handled properly.
Only if used or stored improperly they may become danger-
ous. Therefore:
• Avoid temperatures above 40 °C and below 0 °C.
• Do not drop the appliance or the rechargeable battery.
• In case the Li-Ion battery has been dropped and is now
damaged, stop using it.
• When storing or disposing of the appliance, mask the
terminals to prevent short circuits.
• Dispose of old accumulators properly in collecting contain-
ers at the trader or at municipal collection points.
Extending the Life of the Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
For Li-ion batteries, even more than with other accumulators,
their life can be extended by treating them properly. The fol-
lowing simple rules for charging and storing help you keeping
the capacity of the battery:
• Temperature: The ideal temperature for these batteries
ranges from 10 - 25 °C. Temperatures above may lead to
premature aging.
• Charging and discharging: During charging cycles, both
full charge and deep discharge should be avoided.
When the charging process of the battery is completed,
you should disconnect the charger immediately. A charge
up to 90 % is considered best.
Conversely, it is also preserving the battery more when
it is not discharged to 0 %. If the possibility arises, you
should already recharge the battery when it is reaching a
charge state of 30 %.
• Storage: Always store batteries in a dry place and at
moderate temperatures between 10 °C and 20 °C.
Also consider the effect of self-discharge! When the ac-
cumulator is already empty, this effect may lead to a deep
discharge resulting in damaging the battery. If you intend
to store the battery for an extended period of time, you can
counteract this effect. We then recommend charging the
battery to approx. 40 % before storage. You should check
the state of charge after not more than a month.
Disposal
Accumulator / Battery Disposal
The unit contains a rechargeable battery. Used
batteries / accumulators (rechargeable batteries)
do not belong in household waste.
The battery must be removed before the product
is recycled. Contact qualified personnel.
Information, where batteries / accumulators are to be
disposed of can be obtained from your local or municipal
authorities.
Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol
Protect our environment: do not dispose of elec-
trical equipment in the domestic waste.
Please return any electrical equipment that
you will no longer use to the collection points
provided for their disposal.
This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on
the environment and human health.
This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of re-utili-
sation of electrical and electronic equipment.
Information concerning where the equipment can be dis-
posed of can be obtained from your local authority.