Leica DSX - Page 10

WARNING
Inappropriate mechanical inuences to batteries
During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inap-
propriate mechanical inuences to constitute a re hazard.
Precautions:
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Before shipping the product or disposing it, discharge the batteries by the
product until they are at.
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When transporting or shipping batteries, the person in charge of the
product must ensure that the applicable national and international rules
and regulations are observed.
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Before transportation or shipping, contact your local passenger or freight
transport company.
WARNING
Exposure of batteries to high mechanical stress, high ambient temper-
atures or immersion into uids
This can cause leakage, re or explosion of the batteries.
Precautions:
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Protect the batteries from mechanical inuences and high ambient tem-
peratures. Do not drop or immerse batteries into uids.
WARNING
Short circuit of battery terminals
If battery terminals are short circuited e.g. by coming in contact with jewellery,
keys, metallised paper or other metals, the battery can overheat and cause
injury or re, for example by storing or transporting in pockets.
Precautions:
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Make sure that the battery terminals do not come into contact with
metallic objects.
WARNING
Short circuit of battery terminals
Risk of re, electric shock and damage.
Precautions:
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Do not open the battery housing.
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Keep away any metallic or wet objects from the battery terminals.
WARNING
Battery may get hot after prolonged use.
Risk of burning injuries.
Precautions:
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Avoid touching the hot battery.
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Allow the battery to cool down before removing it.
10 Safety Directions