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BATTERY CHARGING
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Caution
• Misuse of Lithium-ion batteries may result in the following haz-
ards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse can also
cause damage to the battery or degradation of battery perfor-
mance.
• Prior to using the battery pack for the first time, or after not
using it for a long time, you must fully charge the pack. Other-
wise, the transceiver may not turn ON.
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WARNING! NEVER
charge the battery (with/without the
transceiver) in an explosive atmosphere. The optional battery
chargers are not approved as Intrinsically Safe.
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Battery caution
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DANGER! DO NOT
hammer or otherwise impact the battery. Do
not use the battery if it has been severely impacted or dropped, or
if the battery has been subjected to heavy pressure. Battery dam-
age may not be visible on the outside of the case. Even if the sur-
face of the battery does not show cracks or any other damage, the
cells inside the battery may rupture or catch fire.
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DANGER! NEVER
use the transceiver or the battery if either
one is damaged, shows cracks, bruises or is deformed.
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DANGER! NEVER
use or leave battery packs in areas with tem-
peratures above +60˚C. High temperature buildup in the battery,
such as could occur near fires or stoves, inside a sun heated car,
or in direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause the battery
to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures may also degrade
battery performance or shorten battery life.
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