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Maintenance
Diagnostic Tool
17.1.4 Battery Service
Follow all safety guidelines when handling the battery pack.
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Risk of electric shock.
• Prior to recycling the battery pack, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape
to prevent shorting.
• Disconnect all test leads and turn diagnostic tools off before removing the battery pack.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any component projecting from or
protecting the battery terminals.
• Do not expose the unit or battery pack to rain, snow, or wet conditions.
• Do not short circuit the battery terminals.
Electric shock can cause injury.
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Risk of explosion.
• The Lithium battery is factory replaceable only, incorrect replacement or tampering with
the battery pack may cause an explosion.
Explosion can cause death or serious injury.
Battery Safety Guidelines
IMPORTANT:
The battery pack contains no user serviceable components. Tampering with the battery pack
terminals or housing will void the product warranty.
Keep the following in mind when using and handling the VERDICT battery pack:
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Do not short circuit battery pack terminals.
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Do not immerse the VERDICT Diagnostic Tool or battery pack in water, or allow water to enter
the Diagnostic Tool or battery pack.
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Do not crush, disassemble, or tamper with the battery pack.
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Do not heat the battery pack to over 100°C (212°F), or dispose of it in a fire.
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Do not expose the battery pack to excessive physical shock or vibration.
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Keep the battery pack out of reach of children.
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Do not use a battery pack that appears to have suffered abuse or damage.
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Charge the battery pack in the appropriate charger only.
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Do not use a battery charger that has been modified or damaged.
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Use the battery pack for the specified product only.
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Store the battery pack in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
NOTE:
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The battery pack should be used within a short period of time (about 30 days) after charging to
prevent loss of capacity due to self-discharging.