HTC Hero manual Safety Precautions for Direct Sunlight, 4A. Important Safety Information 129

WARNING	Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble,
	crush, puncture, short external contacts, expose to temperature above 60° C (140° F), or dispose of in fire
	or water. Replace only with specified batteries. Recycle or dispose of used batteries according to the local
	regulations or reference guide supplied with your product.

Note	This product should be operated only with the following designated Battery Pack:
	HTC, Model RHOD160

Take extra precautions:

Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a short circuit.

Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the battery or its connectors as it may lead to short circuit during operation.

The phone should be only connected to products that bear the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance program.

Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or discolored, or the one that has any rust on its casing, overheats, or emits a foul odor.

Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small children, to avoid swallowing of the battery. Consult the doctor immediately if the battery is swallowed.

Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-2006. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.

Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-2006. Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.

Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a service center for inspection.

If the battery leaks:

●Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or clothing. If already in contact, flush the affected area immediately with clean water and seek medical advice.

●Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If already in contact, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water immediately and seek medical advice.

●Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.

Safety Precautions for Direct Sunlight

Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a vehicle or in places where the temperature may exceed 140°F (60°C), such as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind a glass that is exposed to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. This may damage the product, overheat the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.

Important Safety Information

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