Batteries
DANGER TO LIFE! Keep batteries out of
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reach of children . If accidentally swallowed
seek immediate medical attention .
Swallowing may lead to burns, perforation of
soft tissue, and death . Severe burns can occur
within 2 hours of ingestion .
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WARNING! EXPLOSION HAZARD!
Never recharge non-rechargeable
batteries . Do not short-circuit batteries or
open them . Overheating, fire or bursting
can be the result . Never throw batteries into fire or
water . Do not exert mechanical loads to batteries .
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an
incorrect type . Disposal of a battery into fire or a
hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a
battery, that can result in an explosion .
Risk of batteries leakage
Avoid extreme environmental conditions and
temperatures, which could affect batteries,
e .g . radiators / direct sunlight .
In the event of a leakage of batteries, immediately
remove them from the product to prevent damage .
Avoid contact of leaked chemicals with skin, eyes
and mucous membranes . In the event of contact
with battery acid, thoroughly flush the affected area
with plenty of clean water and seek immediate
medical attention .
WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES!
Leaked or damaged batteries can cause
burns on contact with the skin . Wear
suitable protective gloves at all times if such
an event occurs .
Insert batteries according to polarity marks (+)
and (-) on the battery and the product .
Never try to recharge the batteries and under
no circumstances throw them into fire .
Clean the contacts on the battery and in the
battery compartment before inserting!
Remove exhausted batteries from the product
immediately .
Only use the specified type of battery!
Remove the battery when the product is not to
be used for a long time .
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Improper use may cause explosions and
danger to life .
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ATTENTION! RISK OF PROPERTY
DAMAGE
Check the product before every use!
Discontinue use if any damage to the product
is detected!
Sudden temperature changes may cause
condensation inside the product . In this case,
allow the product to acclimate for some time
before using it again to prevent short circuits!
Do not operate the product near heat sources,
e .g . radiators or other devices emitting heat!
Do not throw the product into fire and do not
expose to high temperatures .
Never open the product!! It has no internal
parts requiring maintenance .
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ATTENTION! Ensure that no direct heat
sources (e .g . heating) can affect the product .
Any contact with splashed and dripping water
and corrosive liquids is avoided and the
product is not operated in the vicinity of water .
In particular, the product should never be
submerged in liquid; do not place any vessels
filled with liquid, for example, vases or drinks,
on or near the product .
The product is not used in the immediate vicinity
of magnetic fields (e .g . speakers) .
No fire sources (e .g . burning candles) are
placed on or near the product .
No objects are inserted into the interior of the
product .
The product is never subjected to excessive
shocks and vibrations .
NOTE:
The user must take regular breaks during the use
of the product, in case of pain in the hands, arms
or shoulder and neck area the work must be
interrupted and some stretching exercises must be
done .
The OWIM GmbH & Co KG is not responsible
for interference with radios or televisions due to
unauthorised modification of the product .