Bp-234 Battery Pack - Icom IC-GM1600 Instruction Manual

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BP-234 BATTERY PACK

The optional BP-234 battery pack is a non-rechargeable,
Lithium battery pack for operation in a survival craft. The fol-
lowing precaution must be observed.
NEVER
• dispose of the BP-234 battery pack in a fire. This could
result in an explosion.
DO NOT
• short-circuit the BP-234 battery pack. Metal contact
(such as a paper clip, another battery, and so on.) across the bat-
tery contacts can result in a sustained high rate discharge, which
could damage the battery, void the warranty and create a burn or a
fire hazard.
NEVER
• expose of the BP-234 battery pack to excessive heat of
60°C (+140°F) or above. This could result in electrolyte leakage,
possibly causing an explosion or fire.
NEVER
• attempt to recharge the BP-234. Lithium batteries may
explode or cause a fire in such cases.
DO NOT
• disassemble the BP-234 battery pack. The BP-234 bat-
tery pack contains no user serviceable parts. Internal battery gas
can cause throat irritation. Also, exposed lithium may generate
heat and ignite.
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DO NOT
• apply excessive pressure to the battery. This may result
in electrolyte leakage, possibly causing an explosion.
• The storage life of the BP-234 is about 5 years. Once the expira-
tion date on the battery pack passes, a new battery pack
purchased.
• For safety reasons, once the BP-234 is used, a spare one should
be purchased. The original battery pack can be continued to be
used for regular communications; save the spare one for emer-
gency situations.
BP-234 Lithium battery pack
IMPORTANT!
• This battery pack is for EMERGENCY USE ONLY.
• Usable temperature range is within –20°C to +55°C
(–4°F to +131°F).
• Stored temperature range is within –30°C to +35°C
(–22°F to +95°F).
• Once this bag's seal is broken, a new emergency battery
pack must be used for EMERGENCY use.
must
be