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BATTERY CHARGING
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Caution
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Battery caution
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DANGER! DO NOT
hammer or otherwise impact the
battery pack. Do not use the battery pack if it has been
severely impacted or dropped, or if it has been subjected
to heavy pressure. The damage may not be visible on the
outside of the case. Even if the surface of the battery pack
does not show cracks or any other damage, the cells inside
may rupture or catch fire.
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DANGER! NEVER
use or leave battery packs in areas
with temperatures above +60˚C. High temperature buildup
in the battery, such as could occur near fires or stoves,
inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight may cause the
battery to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures may
also degrade battery performance or shorten battery life.
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DANGER! DO NOT
expose the battery pack to rain,
snow, seawater, or any other liquids. Never charge or use
a wet battery pack. If the battery pack gets wet, be sure to
wipe it dry before using.
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DANGER! KEEP
the battery pack away from fire. Fire or
heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of an
used battery pack in accordance with local regulations.
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DANGER! NEVER
solder the battery pack terminals, or
modify the battery pack. This may generate heat in the battery,
and the battery pack may burst, emit smoke or catch fire.
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DANGER!
Use the battery pack only with the transceiver
for which it is specified. Never use a battery pack with any
other equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in
this instruction manual.
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DANGER!
If fluid from inside the battery pack gets in
your eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean
water, without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.
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WARNING!
Immediately stop using the battery pack
if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or
deformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your
Icom dealer or distributor.
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WARNING! NEVER
use deteriorated battery packs. They
could cause a fire.
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WARNING!
Immediately wash, using clean water, any
part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from
inside the battery pack.
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WARNING! NEVER
put the battery pack in a microwave oven,
high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker. This
could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the battery to rupture.
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Misuse of Lithium-ion batteries may result in the following
hazards: smoke, fire, or the battery may rupture. Misuse
can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of
battery performance.
• Prior to using the battery pack for the first time, or after
not using it for a long time, you must fully charge the
pack. Otherwise, the transceiver may not turn ON.