WARNINGS ABOUT BATTERIES
1. KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Swallowing can lead to
chemical burns, perforation of soft tissue, and death. Severe burns can occur within 2
hours of ingestion. Seek medical attention immediately.
2. Do not allow children to replace batteries.
3. Always insert batteries correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -) marked on the battery
and the equipment.
4. Do not short-circuit batteries.
5. Do not charge batteries.
6. Do not force discharge batteries.
7. Do not mix new and used batteries or batteries of different types or brands.
8. Exhausted batteries should be immediately removed from equipment and properly
disposed of.
9. Do not heat batteries
10. Do not weld or solder directly to batteries.
11. Do not dismantle batteries.
12. Do not deform batteries.
13. Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
14. A lithium battery with a damaged container should not be exposed to water.
15. Do not encapsulate and/or modify batteries.
16. Store unused batteries in their original packaging away from metal objects. If already
unpacked, do not mix or jumble batteries.
17. Remove batteries from equipment if it is not to be used for an extended period of time
unless it is for emergency purposes.
18. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the equipment prior to battery installation.
19. In case of leak from batteries, avoid any contact with it; in case of contact, wash the
affected part with water and seek medical attention.
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