1 Introduction
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1.1.3.5
Transportation of Lithium-ion and Lithium Metal Batteries
WARNING
The Lithium-ion and Lithium metal batteries used in Vivax-Metrotech products meet the required safety
standards and include the designated protection circuitry.
When batteries with Lithium-ion and Lithium metal batteries are transported, or products containing
Lithium ion batteries, the packaging MUST include specified warning labels and shipping documentation
containing the appropriate information. Please contact Vivax-Metrotech Customer Service (USA 1-800-
446-3392, Interna1-408-734-1400 (USA Pacific Time Zone)) for more details.
Regulations require specific labelling requirements for the shipping of products containing Lithium-ion
batteries and spare battery packs (battery packs that are not inside a product). There are also standards
for the packaging and limitations on the weight of the package, and the packaging must be marked with
the appropriate warning labels. Please contact Vivax-Metrotech Customer Service (USA 1-800-446-
3392, Interna1-408-734-1400 (USA Pacific Time Zone)) for more details.
Vivax-Metrotech vScan products using Lithium-ion battery are classified as "not restricted" they can be
shipped normally by road/rail/sea & air (passenger & freight aircraft) without restrictions. If at any point
Vivax-Metrotech manufactures a product containing batteries that would fall under “hazardous cargo”
restrictions it will be clearly noted on the product labeling and in the user handbook.
1.1.3.6
General Rules Regarding Disposal of Batteries
WARNING
NEVER disassemble a battery, or battery pack.
Never dispose of in a fire or water.
Dispose of batteries in accordance with your Company’s work practice and any Local, State, Federal or
National standards or recognized best practice. Always dispose of batteries responsibly.
IMPORTANT
Remember - Batteries contain dangerous chemicals
– They can be affected by
water ingress or excessive heat, they can explode or catch fire. They can also
cause electric shocks.
1.1.4
Care of Equipment
Use equipment only as directed in this user handbook.
Do NOT immerse any part of this equipment in water.
Store in a dry place.
Keep equipment in the case provided when not in use.
If left for prolonged period of time, remove alkaline batteries.
Keep unit clean and free of dust and dirt.
Protect against excessive heat.
1.1.5
Care When Interpreting the Information Provided by the Locator
WARNING
Like all locators – this instrument is locating, and providing depth and current readings based on
electromagnetic signals that radiate from the buried cable or pipe. In most cases these signals will
