Eppendorf Easypet - Manual (Page 9)

Eppendorf Easypet® — Operating manual
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4 Installation
4 Installation
4.1 Preparing installation
 Use the delivery package details to check that the delivery is complete.
 Check all parts for any transport damage.
 Keep the transport carton and the packing material for subsequent safe transport or storage.
4.2 Loading the rechargeable battery
On delivery the nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries (NiMH rechargeable batteries) are
already inserted. Fully charge the rechargeable batteries before using the device for the first
time. If using the device daily, do not charge the rechargeable batteries until the charge control
lamp has lit up (see Fig. 1 on p. 6). A residual charge of approximately 15% is still available when
the lamp is lit.
WARNING!
WARNING! Use of incorrect power supplies may result in fatal injuries and
damage to the device.
Use of incorrect power supplies may result in overheating, burning, melting,
short-circuiting of the Easypet or similar damage.
 Only use the supplied power supply for charging the device.
 Only connect the power supply to voltage sources that correspond to the
information on the identification plate regarding the power supply.
 Do not use the power supply when signs of damage are evident, and particularly if
the power cable is damaged.
WARNING!
WARNING! Incorrect charging of the rechargeable battery can cause serious
personal injuries and damage to the device.
 Only use the rechargeable batteries supplied.
 Do not use any primary cells!
 Do not charge the NiMH rechargeable batteries outside of the Easypet.
 Do not connect the Easypet to the power supply without the rechargeable batteries
inserted.
WARNING!
WARNING! Personal injury caused by the incorrect handling of the rechargeable
battery.
 Do not disassemble or modify the rechargeable battery.
 Never pierce, crush or throw the rechargeable battery.
 Only use the rechargeable battery in the Easypet.
 Do not touch leaky rechargeable batteries.
 Do not use any damaged rechargeable batteries.
 Dispose of damaged rechargeable batteries in accordance with legal regulations.