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Operation
7.5 Battery 
WARNING
!
 
Risk of fire and explosion due to faulty battery
The safety electronics on damaged or faulty batteries 
may fail. The residual voltage can cause a short 
circuit. The batteries may self-ignite and explode.
CAUTION
!
 Remove batteries with external damage from 
service immediately and never charge them.
 If the battery becomes deformed or begins to 
smoke, keep at a safe distance, disconnect the 
power supply at the socket, and notify the fire 
service immediately.
 Never extinguish damaged batteries with water or 
allow them to come into contact with water.
 If a battery is dropped or struck but shows no signs 
of external damage, remove the battery from 
service and observe it for at least 24 hours.
 Faulty batteries are hazardous goods. Dispose of 
faulty batteries properly and as quickly as possible.
 Store in a dry place until disposal. Never store in 
the vicinity of flammable substances.
 Never open or repair the battery. 
Risk of fire and explosion due to high temperatures
Excessively high temperatures damage the battery. 
The battery may self-ignite and explode.
 Protect battery against heat
 Never expose the battery to sustained direct 
sunlight.
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