Gazelle Makki Series, User Manual

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Using the Makki
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Do not open the battery. There is then a risk of short circuit-
ing. Opening the battery renders any warranty claim null
and void.
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Protect the battery against heat (for example against sus-
tained exposure to strong sunlight as well), fire and immer-
sion in water. Do not use or store the battery in the vicinity
of hot or combustible objects. There is a risk of explosion.
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Do not keep the unused battery near paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or any other small metal objects that
could cause the contacts to short out. Short circuits
between battery contacts can result in burns or fire. Dam-
age arising in this way due to a short circuit will render any
warranty claim null and void.
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Do not place the charger and battery near combustible
materials. Only charge the batteries when they are dry and
in a fire-resistant place. Due to the heating up during charg-
ing there is a risk of fire.
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Avoid knocks, mechanical loads or strong heating effects.
These could damage the battery cells and lead to flamma-
ble contents of the battery leaking. If this happens the bat-
tery or the charger must at all times be inspected by a
Gazelle service specialist.
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Improper use may cause fluid to leak out of the battery.
Avoid contact with it. In the event of inadvertent contact,
wash off with water. If the fluid comes into contact with the
eyes, immediately seek medical assistance. Battery fluid
which has leaked out may cause skin irritation or burns.
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Fumes may be released in the event of damage and/or
improper use of the battery. Provide fresh air, and in the
event of any complaints seek medical help. These fumes
may irritate the respiratory tract.
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Use only genuine Bosch chargers to charge the battery. A
fire risk cannot be ruled out if a charger is used which is not
a genuine Bosch unit.
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Never connect the battery directly to a mains socket.
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Use the battery only in combination with bicycles that have
a genuine Bosch drive unit. This is the only way to protect
the battery against hazardous overloading.
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Use only genuine Bosch batteries that have been approved
by the manufacturer of your bicycle. Use of other batteries
may result in injury and fire. If other batteries are used no
liability will be accepted and no warranty cover provided.
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Keep the battery and charger out of children’s reach.
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Do not store the charger with the mains lead wrapped
round it. This could damage the mains lead or the plug.
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If the battery is not being used, this should be stored in a
fire-proof space.
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