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Application Note
– Battery Safety
H69044 Revision 3
Application Note
–
Battery Safety
Safety Information
a.
Replace battery with 3500800-0008 battery only
(reorder as battery assembly number 3501192-
0001). Use of another battery may present a risk of
fire or explosion
b.
The battery used in this device may present a risk of
fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Risk of Fire and
Burns. Do Not Open, Crush, Heat Above
(manufacturer’s specified maximum temperature) or
incinerate. Follow manufacturer’s Instructions
c.
Do not dismantle, open or shred the battery
d.
Do not short-circuit the battery. Do not store batteries
haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-
circuit each other or be short-circuited by conductive
materials
e.
Do not remove a battery from its original packaging
until required for use
f.
Do not expose batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage
in direct sunlight
g.
Do not subject the batteries to mechanical shock
h.
In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to
come into contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has
been made, wash the affected area with copious
amounts of water and seek medical advice
i.
Store the batteries in a dry place at a temperature
between 0
o
C and +40
o
C
j.
Secondary (rechargeable) batteries give their best
performance when they are operated at room
temperature (20
o
C +/- 5
o
C)
