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HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK
When using the charger, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Battery and Charging Safety
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, battery explosion, or injury:
1.
Basic information and warning for ATRIX Battery and Charger
are contained below. For detailed usage and warning
information, read the HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK
carefully before using this unit.
2.
Use only the ATRIX Charger and ATRIX Battery Pack.
3.
DO NOT
expose battery pack to temperatures above 122°F
(50°C). Never leave battery packs in automobiles on hot days,
where temperatures can be much higher than the outside
temperature.
4.
DO NOT
use or store vacuum or batteries in wet or moist
conditions, or with flammable or combustible materials.
5.
DO NOT
charge batteries or store batteries for extended
periods, 1 month or more, in temperatures above 90°F (32°C)
or below 40°F (5°C).
6.
When charging, make sure that the charger and battery has at
least 6 inches of clearance on all sides. Adequate airflow is
required to cool them during the process.
7.
DO NOT
use a damaged cord or plug for charging.
8.
DO NOT
pull on charger’s cord to unplug. Grasp and pull the
plug, not the cord.
9.
DO NOT
handle the charger’s cord plug with wet hands when
inserting into electrical outlet.
10.
Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. Do not smoke near
batteries or charger.
11.
DO NOT
charge the unit outdoors.
12.
DO NOT
attempt to repair, service, or modify the battery
system or charger. Contact Atrix with any issues.
13.
DO NOT
short-circuit the battery or charger terminals with
conductive items such as paper clips. This can deliver high
current, resulting in heat and fire.
14.
DO NOT
crush, drop, incinerate or damage the battery pack.
DO NOT
use a battery pack that has been damaged in any way.
DO NOT
incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged or
non-working. The battery can explode in a fire.