Precautions (continued)
CAUTION
Never expose the battery pack to temperatures above 140° F (60° C) such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
On the rechargeable battery
•Charge the battery before you start using it.
•Do not allow dust to come into contact with the battery terminals of the player and battery.
•Do not short the terminals.
•Do not open the terminal covers of the player.
•Do not leave the battery in a place subject to direct sunlight, or in a car with its windows closed.
•Keep the battery dry.
•Use only the
batteries supplied with other models cannot be used with this player.
•Do not disassemble.
•Do not incinerate.
•Dispose of used batteries promptly.
To dispose of the rechargeable battery
•Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority.
To store the rechargeable battery
The battery is consumed gradually as time elapses even if is not used. In order to prevent the battery from deteriorating, store it as follows:
•Remove the battery from the player after use. (Even if the player is off, it still uses some power.)
•Use up the battery completely on the player before storing it.
•Keep the battery in a cool location to prevent it from deteriorating.
•Charge and use the battery at least once every 6 months.
On charging the rechargeable battery
•Heat may build up in the battery while charging. This is not a malfunction.
•When the battery life of a fully charged battery becomes about half the normal life, you may need to replace the battery with a new one.
•Disconnect the battery from the player as soon as it has been charged. Leaving it connected may result in reduced battery performance.
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