Safety instructions for rechargeable lithium ion
batteries
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Risk of serious personal injury or even death.
You must fully observe the following instructions in order to
avoid serious personal injury ‒ or even death ‒ due to an
explosion and/or fire.
1. Do not dismantle, open or crush the batteries or drop them from a great height. If
mechanical damage occurs, there is a risk that chemicals may be released. Gases
that are released can cause breathing difficulties. Immediately ventilate the area and
in serious cases consult a doctor.
Irritation can occur if the chemicals that are released come in contact with the skin or
eyes. If this happens, immediately and thoroughly rinse the skin or eyes with water
and consult a doctor.
2. Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fire. Do not store them in direct sunlight.
If overheating occurs, there is the risk of an explosion or a fire, which can lead to
serious personal injuries.
3. Keep the batteries clean and dry. If the terminals become soiled, clean them with a
dry, clean cloth.
4. Charge the batteries prior to using them.
Only use the appropriate Rohde & Schwarz charger to charge the batteries. See the
device manual or data sheet for the exact designation of the charger.
If the batteries are improperly charged, there is a risk of explosion, which can cause
serious personal injury.
5. The charging temperature must be between 0 °C and 45 °C
(see manual for information on possible restrictions).
6. Discharging may take place only at temperatures between 0 °C and 50 °C
(see manual for information on possible restrictions).
7. Only charge batteries until they are fully charged. Frequent overcharging can reduce
the battery lifetime.
8. Remove the battery from the device when the battery is not being used. Following a
longer period of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the battery
several times in order to obtain the full capacity.
9. Only use the battery with designated Rohde & Schwarz devices. See the device
manual for details.
10. Do not dispose of the batteries with unsorted municipal waste. The batteries must be
collected separately. After the end of their life, dispose of the batteries at a suitable
collection point or via a Rohde & Schwarz customer service center.
EU labeling for batteries and secondary cells
11. Keep this safety information for future reference.
