Battery Safety Precautions
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow these instructions.
1. Use only the appropriate type and size Battery Pack specified in this Operating Guide.
2. Do not dispose of the Battery Pack in a fire. The cell may explode.
Check the Nickel-Cadmium Battery Disposal package insert for disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the Battery Pack. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage
to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery with conducting
materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
5. Charge the Battery Pack provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with
the instructions and limitations specified in the instruction manual provided for this product.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the Battery Pack and battery charger.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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