Vivax Metrotech vLocML2, Руководство пользователя

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1 General Safety & Care Information
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Charging for prolonged period of time could overcharge the battery, reduce the battery life and in
extreme circumstances cause damage to the locator and fire.
1.4.3 Lithium-Ion Batteries (Rechargeable)
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Lithium-ion Batteries – some products use Lithium-ion batteries – the requirements for marking and
transportation are still developing. Please contact Vivax-Metrotech before shipping products
containing Lithium-ion batteries or Lithium-ion battery packs on their own for any “special instructions”.
1.4.4 Lithium Metal Batteries (Non Rechargeable)
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Commonly known as “button cells” these are small – non rechargeable batteries used to power
internal “clocks” within some units (similar to computers). Generally they have a life of 3-5 years.
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Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to charge these batteries.
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Dispose of to your company’s work practice/environmental standards, the prevailing laws, or
recognized best practice. Always dispose of batteries responsibly.
1.4.5 General Rules Regarding Disposal of Batteries
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NEVER disassemble a battery, or battery pack.
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Never dispose of in a fire or water.
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Dispose of batteries in accordance with your Company’s work practice/environmental standards, the
prevailing laws, or recognized best practice. Always dispose of batteries responsibly.
1.4.6 Transportation of Lithium-ion and Lithium Metal Batteries
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The Lithium-ion and Lithium metal batteries used in Vivax-Metrotech products meet the required
safety standards and include the designated protection circuitry.
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Recent regulation changes require that when batteries with Lithium-ion and Lithium metal batteries
are transported the packaging MUST included specified warning labels.
Please contact Vivax-
Metrotech Customer Service (USA 1-800-446-3392, Interna1-408-734-1400 (USA Pacific
Time Zone)) for more details.
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Regulations have also changed regarding the shipping of spare battery packs (battery packs that are
not inside a product). There are 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.
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Vivax-Metrotech vLoc Series 2 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.
IMPORTANT
Remember – Batteries contain dangerous chemicals – They can be affected by
many things such as water ingress or heat – In some circumstances they can
explode. They also can cause electric shocks!