6. Notes on rechargeable batteries
Make sure that you have read and understood the following information and safety instructions
before handling rechargeable batteries.
a) General information
• Do not leave rechargeable batteries lying around unattended. Children or pets may swallow them. If
rechargeable batteries have been swallowed, seek medical attention immediately!
• Rechargeable batteries must not be short-circuited, disassembled or thrown into a fire. This may
cause a fire or explosion!
• Leaking or damaged rechargeable batteries can cause corrosive injuries in case of contact with the
skin. Therefore you should use suitable protective gloves for this.
• Do not recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. This may cause a fire or explosion!
• Pay attention to the correct polarity (plus pole/+ and minus pole/-). Both the device and the recharge-
able battery will be damaged if the rechargeable battery is improperly installed. This may cause a
fire or explosion!
• Do not charge/discharge defective, damaged, leaking or deformed rechargeable batteries. This may
cause a fire or explosion! Dispose of unusable rechargeable batteries in an environmentally friendly
manner. Do not continue to use these rechargeable batteries.
• Charge the battery only under supervision. Stop the charging process immediately if you identify any
irregularities on the battery (e.g. battery has expanded, etc.).
• Never charge rechargeable batteries with higher charging currents than those specified by the
manufacturer.
• Never charge rechargeable batteries connected to an electrical circuit.
• Always keep rechargeable batteries away from flammable materials, both during and after charging.
Store rechargeable batteries in a fireproof container.
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