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W A R N I N G
Burn Hazard, Fire, Explosion.
• Use of the analyzer should immediately be discontinued if the battery compartment is exposed to flooding due
to leakage, wear or misuse.
• Misuse of the analyzer may cause the internal battery to get hot, explode, or ignite and cause serious injury.
• Do not expose the internal battery to any liquid such as water, beer or salt water, or allow the battery to get
wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify the analyzer or its battery. The internal battery pack contains safety and
protection devices which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat, explode or ignite.
• Do not place the battery/instrument on or near fires, stoves, or other high temperature locations (above 60°C).
Do not place the battery/instrument in direct sunlight, or use or store the battery inside cars in hot weather.
Doing so may cause the battery to generate heat, explode, or ignite. Using the battery in this manner may also
result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy.
When charging the battery:
W A R N I N G
Burn Hazard, Fire, Explosion.
Be sure to follow the rules listed below while charging the battery. Failure to do so may cause the battery to
become hot, explode, or ignite and cause serious injury.
• The temperature range over which the battery can be charged is 10 to 45°C. Charging the battery at
temperatures outside of this range may cause the battery to become hot or to rupture. Charging the battery
outside of this temperature range may also harm the performance of the battery or reduce the battery's life
expectancy.
• When charging the batteries use the specified battery charger provided with the instrument.
• When charging batteries, do not place the analyzer in or near fire, or into direct sunlight. The additional heat
can result in increased battery heating that can damage the battery's built-in protection circuitry necessary for
prevention of ignition of the battery. Additionally, increased heat may cause activation of the batteries built-in
protection circuitry, thus preventing the battery from charging further.
• Do not continue charging the battery if it does not recharge within the specified charging time. Doing so may
cause the battery to become hot, explode, or ignite. Contact your Hach Lange Service Center, if any charging
problems are observed.
Hach Lange assumes no liability for problems that occur when the precautions listed above are not
followed.
Precautionary labels
Read all labels and tags attached to the product. Personal injury or damage to the product could
occur if not observed.
This symbol, when noted on a product, indicates a potential hazard which could cause serious
personal injury and/or death. The user should reference this instruction manual for operation and/or
safety information.
This symbol, when noted on a product enclosure or barrier, indicates that a risk of electrical shock
and/or electrocution exists and indicates that only individuals qualified to work with hazardous
voltages should open the enclosure or remove the barrier.
This symbol, when noted on the product, indicates that the marked item can be hot and should not
be touched without care.
This symbol, when noted on the product, indicates the presence of devices sensitive to electrostatic
discharge and indicates that care must be taken to prevent damage to them.
This symbol, when noted on the product, identifies the location of the connection for protective earth
(ground).
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