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5. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive
and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
6. Exercise care in handling battery(ies) in order not to short out the
battery(ies) with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys.
The battery(ies) or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
7. Do not attempt to recharge the battery(ies) provided with or identified for
use with this product that are not rechargeable. The battery(ies) may leak
corrosive electrolyte or explode.
8. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the battery(ies) provided with or identified
for use with this product by heating them. Sudden release of the
battery(ies) electrolyte may occur causing burns or irritation to eyes or
skin.
9. When replacing battery(ies), all batteries should be replaced at the same
time. Mixing fresh and discharged batteries could increase internal cell
pressure and rupture the discharged battery(ies). (Applies to products
employing more than one separately replaceable primary battery.)
10. When inserting battery(ies) into this product, the proper polarity or
direction must be observed. Reverse insertion of battery(ies) may result in
leakage or explosion.
11. When inserting battery(ies) into this product, do not twist or pinch the
wires or allow wires to become pinched in battery door.
12. If storing over 30 days, remove battery(ies) from this product because the
battery(ies) could leak and damage the product.
13. Discard “dead” battery(ies) as soon as possible since “dead” batteries are
more likely to leak in a product.
14. Do not store this product, or the battery(ies) provided with or identified for
use with this product, in high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored
in a freezer or refrigerator for the purpose of extending shelf life should
be protected from condensation during storage and defrosting. Batteries
should be stabilized at room temperature prior to use after cold storage.
15. If your product uses rechargeable battery(ies), charge the battery(ies) only
in accordance with the instructions and limitation specified in the User’s
Guide.
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