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Chapter 1: Warnings and Cautions
General Safety Information
Read, study, understand, and follow all instructions, product manuals, warnings, information, training bul-
letins, and TASER training materials before using the TASER CAM HD system. Failure to comply could result
in injury, system malfunctions, or loss of data.
5-Second Discharge Cutoff and Audio Alert.
The optional Automatic Shut-Down TASER CAM HD recorder will stop
a continual CEW trigger discharge at 5 seconds (even if the user continues to hold back the trigger) and require
the user to depress the ARC switch for an additional cycle. Depending on how the Automatic Shut-Down TASER
CAM HD recorder is configured, an ARC switch (in an X2 CEW) discharge may stop after 5 seconds. The CEW pro-
grammed with the Automatic Shut-Down TASER CAM HD Recorder makes an audible alert 2 seconds before the
CEW output cycle ends. Under high stress circumstances or noisy environments, the user may not hear the audible
warning.
Battery Safety Information
Failure to maintain the TASER CAM HD battery as instructed may cause the battery, CEW, or system to mal-
function or fail to function properly or optimally. Follow and comply with the following instructions to
reduce the risk of malfunction, including failure:
Charge the Battery Before Use.
The TASER CAM HD battery must be charged and functional prior to use. Be aware
that a battery can fail to function, fail to charge, fail to maintain a charge, or deteriorate over time. Properly main-
tain the battery and ensure that it is fully functional. If the battery is not fully functional, immediately replace it
with a fully functional battery. See the
TASER CAM HD Battery Replacement Guide
for instructions.
Cleaning Battery Terminals.
In case the battery terminals (electrical contacts) are contaminated, clean the terminals
with a dry cloth before use. Otherwise power failure or charge failure may occur due to the poor connection be-
tween the battery and the electronic circuitry of the device.
To prevent potential injuries, leaking, overheating, or explosion of batteries, please be advised to take the
following precautions:
Battery Fluid Contact with Skin or Eyes.
In case the battery fluid gets into the eyes due to the leakage of the battery,
do not rub the eyes. Rinse the eyes with clean running water, and seek medical attention immediately. Battery
fluid’s contact with the eyes or skin could cause serious injury, including a loss of eyesight.
Extreme Temperatures.
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat, cold, or water. Do not use or leave the battery
near a heat source or at a very high temperature (for example, fire, heater, in strong direct sunlight, or in a vehicle in
extremely hot weather). Otherwise, the battery may overheat, cause a fire, or its performance will be degenerated
and its service life will be shortened.
