G-Link
®
-LXRS
®
Wireless Accelerometer Node
User Manual
Safety Information
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11.
Safety Information
This section provides a summary of general safety precautions that must be understood and
applied during operation and maintenance of components in the LORD MicroStrain
®
Wireless
Sensor Network. Throughout the manual, ANSI Z535 standard safety symbols are used to
indicate a process or component that requires cautionary measures.
11.1
Battery Hazards
The G- Link
®
- LXRS
®
contains an internal, rechargeable
Lithium Polymer battery. Lithium Polymer batteries are a fire
and explosion hazard. Do not store or operate the node at
temperatures above 212°F (100°C). Do not disassemble,
short circuit, crush, puncture, or otherwise misuse the battery.
When recharging the node internal battery, use only the
power supply specified for node charging, and follow the
instructions.
See Charging the Node Battery on page 35
.
Applying a voltage above the input range may result in
dangerous battery conditions and cause permanent damage
to the node.
Lithium Polymer batteries contain toxic chemicals that are
harmful to humans and the environment. Disposal is subject
to federal and local laws. Do not discard the battery or the
node in the trash. Follow proper battery disposal protocol, or
contact
LORD
MicroStrain
®
Technical
Support
for
information on extracting the battery or returning the product
for proper recycling and disposal.
