Siemens GIGASET C88 User Manual

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Safety Precautions

BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: To reduce the risk of fire, injury or electric shock, and to properly
dispose of batteries, please read and understand the following instructions.
CONTAINS NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY. BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. DO
NOT DISPOSE OF IN MUNICIPAL WASTE.
1. Only use the batteries specified for use with this product.
2. DO NOT USE ALKALINE OR LITHIUM BATTERIES, or mix batteries of different sizes or from different
manufacturers in this product. DO NOT USE NONRECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
3. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire; the cells may explode. Do not expose batteries to water. Check
with local codes for special disposal instructions.
4. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the
eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.
5. Exercise care in handling the batteries in order not to short the batteries with conducting materials such
as rings, bracelets, and keys. The batteries or conducting material may overheat and cause burns or fire.
6. Charge the batteries provided with, or identified for use with, this product only in accordance with the
instructions and limitations specified in the user’s manual. Do not attempt to charge the batteries with any
means other than that specified in the user’s manual.
7. Periodically clean the charge contacts on both the charger and handset.