Olympus IPLEX MX II - Manual (Page 13)

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Handling of the battery
Follow the dangers, warnings and cautions described below when handling the
battery. Otherwise, battery fluid leak, excessive heat generation, smoke, battery
burst, electric shock and/or burns may result.
DANGER
• In case of Li-ion operation, be sure to use the battery and battery charger designated for
IPLEX MX II series.
• Before use, thoroughly review the instruction manuals for the battery and battery charger to
fully understand the information contained in them, and observe their instructions during use.
• Do not install and use the battery by reversing the polarity. If the battery cannot be installed
properly in the instrument, do not attempt to insert it by force.
• Do not allow connectors to become shorted.
• Do not attempt to apply solder directly on a terminal. Otherwise, a hazardous situation such
as destruction of the terminal safety valve or scattering of battery fluid may result.
• Do not interconnect the electrodes of the battery through a metallic object or carry nor store
the battery together with a metallic object.
• Do not connect the battery directly to a power outlet or the cigar lighter of an automobile.
• Do not throw the battery in fire or heat the battery. Doing so creates the risk of explosion.
• Penetration of battery fluid in an eye may result in loss of eyesight. Should this occur, rinse
eyes thoroughly with clean water and immediately have a physician’s treatment.
• Do not attempt to open or modify the battery. Doing so creates the risk of explosion or fire.
• Do not immerse the battery in fresh or sea water, nor moisten the battery.
• Do not recharge the battery near a fire or under direct sunlight. Doing so creates the risk of
explosion or fire.
• Do not pierce the battery or subject it to strong impacts or load. Doing so creates the risk of
explosion or fire.
• Never drop or throw the battery, or subject it to strong impact.
• Place the equipment in a stable location to remove the battery. If the equipment is unstable,
the battery may fall out, which can lead to explosion and fire.
WARNING
• Do not use a battery that is not recommended for IPLEX MX II series.
• Do not attempt to recharge a battery that is not designated for IPLEX MX II series.
• If the battery charger cannot complete battery charging in the specified recharging time, stop
trying to recharge the battery.
• Do not use a battery if it presents an irregularity such as fluid leak, discoloration, deformation
or abnormal condition. Immediately request servicing.
• If the battery fluid attaches to your skin or clothes, immediately rinse with clean water such as
tap water. Otherwise, a skin injury may result. Contact a physician for treatment if necessary.
• Do not deform the battery compartment or put a foreign object in it.
• Do not cover the battery charger and battery with clothes or cushion during recharging. Also
avoid any situation in which the covering of the battery charger and battery by such objects is
expectable.