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SECTION 2
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BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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READ BEFORE USING
Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions.
2-1. Symbol Usage
Small Batt 2009
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This group of symbols means Warning! Watch
Out! ELECTRIC SHOCK, MOVING PARTS,
and HOT PARTS hazards. Consult symbols
and related instructions below for necessary
actions to avoid the hazards.
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Indicates special instructions.
DANGER!
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Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. The
possible hazards are shown in the
adjoining symbols or explained in
the text.
Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury. The possible
hazards are shown in the adjoining
symbols or explained in the text.
NOTICE
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Indicates statements not related to
personal injury.
2-2. Hazards
Only qualified persons should install, operate, maintain, and repair this unit.
FIRE OR BATTERY EXPLOSION hazard.
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During operation keep everyone, especially children, away.
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Do not install or place charger on, over, or near combustible surfaces.
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Do not charge battery near flammables.
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Examine the battery before first use. Return battery to the manufacturer if bat-
tery is damaged, dirty, or emits an unusual odor.
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Use battery only with equipment with which it was supplied. Replace battery
only with battery specified in Owner’s Manual. Use of another battery may
present a risk of fire or explosion.
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Keep battery dry.
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Do not use or store the battery in extremely hot or humid conditions. See the Owner’s Manual
for specific operating and storage information.
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Keep battery away from fire, out of direct sunlight, and away from other sources of heat.
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Do not use or charge the battery if it has been dropped or damaged.
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Do not open, repair, disassemble, or modify the battery.
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Charge battery only with supplied charger in an open, well
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ventilated location out of direct sun-
light and according to supplied instructions.
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Do not overcharge a battery or charge battery longer than specified. See the Owner’s Manual
for specific information on battery charging.
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Do not charge battery by connecting directly to AC receptacle. Do not connect battery charger
to automobile auxiliary power receptacle.
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Do not connect (short circuit) battery terminals to each other. Do not allow tools, conductive
materials, or other objects to touch both battery terminals at the same time.
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Do not weld on battery or fasten any objects to battery.
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Do not heat battery in a microwave oven or any other heating device.
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Keep battery away from sources of high voltage.
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Do not expose battery to static electricity.
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Do not use or mix battery with damaged or worn out batteries, or other types of batteries.
