Recycling Of Batteries; Procedure: Change Battery - GE D20 Installation And Operation Manual

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Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, or incinerate the battery.
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Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care. If you touch the electrolyte,
wash the exposed skin with soap and water. If the electrolyte contacts your eye, flush
the eye with water for 15 minutes. If you have inhaled the electrolyte, move to fresh
air, and monitor breathing and circulation. In each case, seek immediate medical
attention.
The D20ME lithium battery is recyclable and does not contain mercury, cadmium, or
lead in levels above those regulated by the European Union. Recycle the battery
according to local waste management regulations.
Recycling of
In accordance with European Directive 2006/66/EC, batteries are marked with the
Batteries
crossed out wheeled bin, which indicates that they cannot be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste in the European Union. Users of batteries must use the collection
points available to customers for the return, recycling, and treatment of batteries.
Customer participation is important to minimize the negative effects of batteries to
the environment and sustain available natural resources. For more information see
www.weeerohsinfo.com.
Procedure: To change each D20ME battery, follow these steps:
Change Battery
Note:
Step
1
2
3
4
5
6
General
Full
It is recommended that both batteries be changed as a set.
Using a plastic or other non-conductive tool, pry the black plastic
retaining clip holding the battery away from the battery holder.
When free, the battery and clip can be removed together.
Result: The battery and clips are removed.
Remove the clip from the battery.
Battery Replacement
Place new battery into battery holder, carefully noting proper polarity.
Replace retaining clip across the center of the battery, and press down
until it clicks into the retaining notches in the battery holder.
Repeat steps 1 through 5 for other battery.
Result: New batteries are installed.
Installation and Operations Guide
Action
Battery Removal
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