Battery Charging; Battery Caution - Icom IC-M37 Instruction Manual

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BATTERY CHARGING

■ Battery caution

Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in
the following hazards: smoke, fire, or
the battery may rupture. Misuse can
also cause damage to the battery or
degradation of battery performance.
R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery
terminals, or NEVER modify the battery
pack. This may cause heat generation, and
the battery may burst, emit smoke or catch
fire.
R DANGER! NEVER place or leave
battery packs in areas with temperatures
above 60°C (140°F). High temperature
buildup in the battery cells, such as could
occur near fires or stoves, inside a sun-
heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight for
long periods of time may cause the battery
cells to rupture or catch fire. Excessive
temperatures may also degrade the battery
pack's performance or shorten the battery
cell's life.
R DANGER! NEVER strike or otherwise
impact the battery pack. Do not use
the battery pack if it has been severely
impacted or dropped, or if the pack has
been subjected to heavy pressure. Battery
pack damage may not be visible on the
outside of the case. Even if the surface of
the battery does not show cracks or any
other damage, the cells inside the battery
may rupture or catch fire.
R DANGER! NEVER place battery packs
near a fire. Fire or heat may cause them
to rupture or explode. Dispose of used
battery packs in accordance with local
regulations.
R DANGER! NEVER let fluid from inside
the battery get in your eyes. This can
cause blindness. Rinse your eyes with
clean water, without rubbing them, and
immediately go to a doctor.
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R WARNING! NEVER use deteriorated
battery packs. They could cause a fire.
R WARNING! NEVER put the battery
pack in a microwave oven, high-
pressure container, or in an induction
heating cooker. This could cause a fire,
overheating, or cause the battery cells to
rupture.
R WARNING! NEVER Iet fluid from inside
the battery cells come in contact with your
body. If it does, immediately wash with
clean water.
CAUTION: DO NOT continue to use the
battery pack if it emits an abnormal odor,
heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If
any of these conditions occur, contact your
Icom dealer or distributor.
CAUTION: DO NOT expose the battery
pack to rain, snow, saltwater, or any other
liquids. Do not charge or use a wet pack. If
the pack gets wet, be sure to wipe it with a
clean dry cloth before using.
CAUTION: DO NOT use the battery pack
out of the specified temperature range for
the transceivers:
IC-M37: –20°C ~ +60°C (–4°F ~ +140°F)
IC-M37E: –15°C ~ +55°C (5°F ~ 131°F)
IC-M37E (AUS):
–10°C ~ +55°C (14°F ~ 131°F)
and the battery itself (–20°C ~ +60°C
(–4°F ~ +140°F)). Using the battery out of
its specified temperature range will reduce
its performance and battery cell's life.
Please note that the specified temperature
range of the battery may exceed that of the
transceiver. In such cases, the transceiver
may not work properly because it is out of
its operating temperature range.