Battery Cautions - Icom IC-705 Basic Manual

BATTERY CAUTIONS

DBattery 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's performance.
R DANGER! NEVER incinerate used battery packs.
Internal battery gas may cause an explosion.
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 leave the battery pack in
places 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 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 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 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.
R WARNING! NEVER let fluid from inside the
battery cells come in contact with your body. If it
does, immediately wash with clean water.
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 use deteriorated battery
packs. They could cause a fire.
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 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 use the battery pack out of
the specified temperature range for the transceiver
(–10°C ~ +60°C (14°F ~ +140°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.
CAUTION: DO NOT leave the pack fully charged,
completely discharged, or in an excessive
temperature environment (above 50°C, 122°F) for an
extended period of time. Otherwise a shorter battery
pack life could occur. If the battery pack must be left
unused for a long time, it must be detached from
the transceiver after discharging. You may use the
battery pack until the remaining capacity is about
half, then keep it safely in a cool and dry place at the
following temperature range:
–20°C (–4°F) ~ +50°C (+122°F) (within a month).
–20°C (–4°F) ~ +35°C (+95°F) (within three months).
–20°C (–4°F) ~ +20°C (+68°F) (within a year).
BE SURE to replace the battery pack with a new one
approximately five years after manufacturing, even if
it still holds a charge. The material inside the battery
cells will become weak after a period of time, even
with little use. The estimated number of times you can
charge the pack is between 300 and 500. Even when
the pack appears to be fully charged, the operating
time of the transceiver may become short when:
• Approximately five years have passed since the
pack was manufactured.
• The pack has been repeatedly charged.
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