Notes On Rechargeable Batteries; A) General Information - VOLTCRAFT IPC4 Operating Instructions Manual

6. Notes on rechargeable batteries

Make sure that you have read and understood the following information and safety instructions
before handling rechargeable batteries.

a) General information

• Do not leave rechargeable batteries lying around unattended. Children or pets may swallow them. If
rechargeable batteries have been swallowed, seek medical attention immediately!
• Rechargeable batteries must not be short-circuited, disassembled or thrown into a fire. This may
cause a fire or explosion!
• Leaking or damaged rechargeable batteries can cause corrosive injuries in case of contact with the
skin. Therefore you should use suitable protective gloves for this.
• Do not recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. This may cause a fire or explosion!
• Pay attention to the correct polarity (plus pole/+ and minus pole/-). Both the device and the recharge-
able battery will be damaged if the rechargeable battery is improperly installed. This may cause a
fire or explosion!
• Do not charge/discharge defective, damaged, leaking or deformed rechargeable batteries. This may
cause a fire or explosion! Dispose of unusable rechargeable batteries in an environmentally friendly
manner. Do not continue to use these rechargeable batteries.
• Charge the battery only under supervision. Stop the charging process immediately if you identify any
irregularities on the battery (e.g. battery has expanded, etc.).
• Never charge rechargeable batteries with higher charging currents than those specified by the
manufacturer.
• Never charge rechargeable batteries connected to an electrical circuit.
• Always keep rechargeable batteries away from flammable materials, both during and after charging.
Store rechargeable batteries in a fireproof container.
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