Handling Rechargeable Batteries - Medion Battery Charger Manual

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HANDLING RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

• Do not use the charging and maintenance process on
batteries that can not be recharged.
• Do not use frozen rechargeable batteries!
• Do not use damaged or corroded rechargeable batteries.
• Never open or cut up rechargeable cells or batteries.
• Never expose cells or batteries to great heat or fire. Avoid
storage in direct sunlight.
• Never short circuit cells or batteries.
• Please note that when charging batteries a highly explosive
gas detonation mixture can occur. There is a risk of
explosion for improper use. Therefore please note:
– Fire, sparks, open flames and smoking are prohibited.
– When using cables and electrical appliances ensure that
sparks do not form and there is no electrostatic discharge.
Avoid short circuits.
• Caution risk of chemical burns! Battery acid can cause
strong chemical burns. Use protective gloves, clothes and
eye protection that withstand acids. Do not turn batteries
over as acid can leak from the gas release openings.
• If a cell has become unsealed the liquid must not touch the
skin or eyes.
• If it does come into contact the affected location must be
washed with a large quantity of water for a long time. In
addition seek medical assistance.
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