A.D.J. Supply Europe B.V.
– www.adj.eu – Element QAIP Instruction Manual Page 7
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
1. Handling of Batteries
1.1 Do Not Short Circuit the Battery
Try to never short circuit the battery. It generates a very high current which could cause the battery to overheat
which may result in electrolyte gel leakage, harmful fumes, or explosion. The LIR tabs may easily short-circuit
by placing them on conductive surface. A short circuit may lead to heat build-up and damage of the battery. An
appropriate circuitry with PCM is employed to protect accidental short circuit of the battery pack.
1.2 Mechanical shock
Dropping the unit, impact hit, bending, etc. may cause failure or shortened life of the LIR battery.
3. Other
3.1 Battery connection
1). Direct soldering of wire leads or devices to the battery is strictly prohibited.
2). Lead tabs with pre-soldered wiring shall be spot welded to the batteries. Direct soldering may cause
damage of components, such as separator and insulator, by heat build-up.
3.2 Prevention of short circuit within a battery pack
There is enough insulation layers between wiring and the batteries to provide extra safety protection. The
battery pack is constructed in a way that no short circuit will occur which may cause smoke or fire.
3.3 Do No Disassemble the Batteries
1). Never disassemble the batteries.
Doing this may cause an internal short circuit in the battery, which may lead to harmful fumes, fire, explosion,
or other problems.
2). Electrolyte Gel is harmful
Electrolyte Gel should not leak from the LIR battery. Should the electrolyte gel come into contact with the skin
or eyes, flush the area of contact immediately with fresh water and seek medical attention immediately.
3.4 Do Not Expose the Battery to Heat or Fire
Never incinerate or dispose of the batteries in fire. This may cause an explosion, which would be very
dangerous.
3.5 Do Not Expose the Battery to water or liquids
Never soak/drop the batteries in liquids such as water, seawater, drinks such as soft drinks, juices, coffee or
other.
3.6 Battery Replacement
For battery replacement please contact American DJ customer support (800) 322-6337 US / +31 (0)45 546 85
30 (Europe)
3.7 Do Not use a damaged Battery
The battery could be damaged during shipping, caused by shock. Should the battery be found damaged,
including damages to the plastic casing of the battery, deformation of the battery package, smelling of an
electrolyte, or leakage of the electrolyte gel, or other, DO NOT use the battery. A battery with an odour of
electrolyte or a gel leakage should be placed away from fire to avoid fire or explosion.
4. Battery Storage
When storing the battery, it should be stored at room temperature, with a charge of at least 50%. We
recommend that during long periods of storage that the battery be charged every 6 months. Doing this will
prolong the life of the battery and will also make sure that the battery charge does not fall below the 30% mark.
5. Other Chemical Reaction
Because batteries utilize a chemical reaction, battery performance will deteriorate over time even if stored for a
long period of time without being used. In addition, if the various usage conditions such as charge, discharge,
ambient temperature, etc. are not maintained within the specified ranges, the life expectancy of the battery
maybe shortened or the device in which the battery is used may be damaged by electrolyte gel leakage. If the
batteries cannot maintain a charge for long periods of time, even when they are charged correctly, this may
indicate it is time to change the battery.
6. Battery Disposal
Please dispose of battery according to local regulations.
