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storage . Wipe metal terminals with a soft, dry cloth if they
become dirty .
Immediately seek medical attention if a cell or battery has
been swallowed . Also, contact your local poison control
center .
In the event that the electrolyte comes into contact with the
skin or eyes, immediately flush with fresh water for at least
15 minutes and seek medical attention .
Store unused batteries in their original packaging or in safe
place and away from metal objects that may short-circuit
them .
Exercise care in handling batteries in order to prevent
shorting with conducting materials, such as rings, coins,
bracelets, and keys . The battery or the conductor can
overheat and cause burns, leakage, fire, or explosion .
Clean the battery contacts and also those of the product
prior to battery installation . Keep the contacts clean .
Remove batteries from the product that will not be used for
an extended period of time (months or longer) .
Remove discharged batteries from product promptly to avoid
possible damage from leakage .
Choose the proper battery for the intended application .
Always take care to correctly insert batteries observing (+)
and (-) polarity marks on the battery and the product for
which it is intended . Proper polarity must be observed to
avoid damage to either product or batteries .
