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2.2 Lithium batteries
CE-marked equipment
The CE mark symbolizes the compliance of the device with the following guidelines:
● EMC guideline 89/336/EWG
● Low voltage guideline 73/23/EWG
● Pressure equipment directive (PED/DGRL) 93/23/EG
2.2
Lithium batteries
Lithium batteries are primary power sources with high energy content designed to represent
the highest possible degree of safety.
Potential hazard
Lithium batteries may present a potential hazard if they are abused electrically or
mechanically. This is in most circumstances associated with the generation of excessive
heat where internal pressure may cause the cell to rupture.
Thus the following basic precautions should be observed when handling and using lithium
batteries:
Do not short-circuit, recharge or connect with false polarity.
Do not expose to temperature beyond the specified temperature range or incinerate the
Do not crush, puncture or open cells or disassemble battery packs.
Do not weld or solder to the battery's body.
Do not expose contents to water.
2.3
Installation in hazardous area
NOT allowed for use in hazardous areas!
Equipment used in hazardous areas must be Ex-approved and marked accordingly!
This device is NOT approved for use in hazardous areas!
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WARNING
battery.
WARNING
SITRANS FUS080 transmitter
Operating Instructions, 07/2012, A5E03059912-02
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