Notes on handling batteries
WARNING
• Risk of explosion! Risk of fire! Failure to comply with
the following points can result in personal injury or cause
overheating, leakage, venting, breakage, explosion, or fire on
the battery.
• This device contains non-rechargeable batteries which must
not be charged.
• Do not throw batteries into a fire.
• Never charge, forcibly discharge, heat, disassemble, open,
crush, deform, encapsulate, or modify batteries.
• Never short-circuit batteries or battery compartment contacts.
• Protect the batteries from direct sunlight, rain, heat, and water.
• Exposure of batteries to an environment with extremely high
temperatures or an extremely low air pressure may result in
explosion or leakage of flammable liquids and gases.
• Dispose of defective and discharged batteries immediately and
properly (see chapter on disposal).
• Do not use modified or damaged batteries.
• Always select the correct battery type.
• Always insert the batteries correctly, taking into account the
polarity (+ / -).
• Never mix batteries of different manufacturers, capacities (new
and used), size, or type within a device.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the
battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• If fluid from a battery comes into contact with your skin or
eyes, wash the affected areas with water and seek medical
assistance.
• Choking hazard! Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Seek medical attention immediately if swallowed. Swallowing
them may cause burns, severe internal injuries, and death.
• Never allow children to replace batteries without adult
supervision.
CAUTION
• Store batteries in a well-ventilated, dry, and cool place in a
non-conductive container in which the batteries cannot be
short-circuited to each other or by other metal objects.
• Keep batteries clean and dry.
• Keep batteries away from water.
• If the device is not going to be used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries from the battery compartment.
NOTICE
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Notes on electromagnetic compatibility
CAUTION
• The device is suitable for use in all environments listed in these
instructions for use, including domestic environments.
• The device may not be fully usable in the presence of electro-
magnetic disturbances. This could result in issues such as error
messages or the failure of the display/device.
• Avoid using this device directly next to other devices or stacked
on top of other devices, as this could lead to faulty operation. If,
however, it is necessary to use the device in the manner stated,
this device as well as the other devices must be monitored to
ensure they are working properly.
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