First Alert WX-167 manual Important Safeguards

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, the following basic safety precautions should always be followed.

CAUTION!

The Manufacturer does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture or immerse in water.

CAUTION!

This product has the capability to operate with five

(5)1.5V AA batteries (either rechargeable Nicad, NiMH or non-rechargeable alkaline), Please dispose of batteries properly or recycle at the end of the life of the battery. Do not incinerate or compost batteries, as they can explode at high temperatures. Contact your local authority for information concerning reclamation and disposal of rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries. Cadmium is a chemical identified by Proposition 65 in the State of California to cause cancer.

CAUTION!

This product has a built-in circuit for charging five

(5)1.5V AA rechargeable NiCad or NiMH batteries. When regular alkaline batteries are used as a backup power source, set the selection switch in the battery compartment to the “Alkaline” position to switch off the internal charger.

CHARGING ALKALINE BATTERIES CAN

CAUSE FIRE AND EXPLOSION AND

ENDANGER LIVES.

DANGER!

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Take it to a munfacturer authorized service personnel when service or repair work is required. Opening or removing cover voids warranty. This unit does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

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