SAFTY NOTICE AND PRECAUTIONS
Please Read Before Proceeding
THE BATTERY IS NOT CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX. YOUR WARRANTY IS INVALIDATED IF YOU OPEN OR
TAMPER WITH THE DEVICE’S OUTER CASING.
Limitation of Damages
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL HARDKERNEL BE LIABLE TO USER OR
ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, IN
CONTRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INJURY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF BUSINESS
OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF DATA, AND/OR LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING OUT OF, OR RELATED TO, IN ANY MANNER, OR THE
DELIVERY, PERFORMANCE OR NONPERFORMANCE OF OBLIGATIONS, OR USE OF THE WEATHER INFORMATION, DATA OR
DOCUMENTATION HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF THE FORESEEABILITY THEREOF.
Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product
safety and operating instructions. Observe all warnings in the operating instructions on the product. To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock,
fire and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous and will
invalidate any approval given to this product. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING INSTALLATION CAUTION: Connecting
to improperly grounded equipment can result in an electric shock to your device. This product is equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with a
desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is properly grounded (earthed) before connecting this product to the computer. The power
supply cord of a desktop or notebook computer has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY
Use the provided AC adaptor to charge the battery. This product contains a Li-Polymer battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is
handled improperly. Do not attempt to open or service the battery pack.
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short
external contacts, expose to temperature above 60° C (140° F), or dispose of in fire or water. Recycle or dispose of used batteries according to the
local regulations or reference guide supplied with your product.
Note
This product should be operated only with the following designated Battery Pack(s):
Take extra precautions
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Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
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Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the battery or its connectors as it may lead to short circuit during operation.
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Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or discolored, or the one that has any rust on its casing, overheats, or emits a foul
odor.
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Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small children, to avoid swallowing of the battery. Consult the doctor immediately
if the battery is swallowed.
If the battery leaks:
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Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or clothing. If already in contact, flush the affected area immediately with
clean water and seek medical advice.
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Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If already in contact, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water immediately and
seek medical advice.
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Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a vehicle or in places where
the temperature may exceed 60°C (140°F), such as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind a glass that is exposed to direct sunlight or strong
ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. This may damage the product, overheat the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.
PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS
CAUTION: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time.
SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft’s navigation system and its communications network, using this device on board
an airplane is against the law in most countries. If you want to use this device when on board an aircraft, remember to turn off your device by
switching to Airplane Mode.
