Safety instructions
3.4 Notes on battery mode
SIMATIC IPC MD-57A
Operating Instructions, 09/2023, A5E52775302-AA
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Danger of damage to the device by pressure
Do not exert pressure on the rechargeable battery, do not drop it, damage it and do not
insert any foreign objects.
Risk of damage to the device by metal objects
Keep the unused battery away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small
metal objects that could cause the contacts to be bridged. A short-circuit between the
battery contacts can result in burns or fire.
Danger due to damaged or modified devices
Do not use damaged or modified rechargeable batteries. Damaged or modified
rechargeable batteries can behave unpredictably and lead to fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Risk of damage to the device due to charging outside the permissible temperature
range
Observe all instructions for charging and never charge the battery outside the temperature
range specified in the operating instructions. Incorrect charging or charging outside the
permissible temperature range can destroy the rechargeable battery and increase the risk of
Risk of damage to the device from unauthorized customer service centers
Never service damaged rechargeable batteries. All rechargeable battery maintenance should
only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized customer service centers.
Risk of damage to the device from pointed objects or external force
The rechargeable battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers
or by external force. An internal short-circuit can occur and cause the rechargeable battery
to burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
Risk of damage to the device by frost
Avoid exposing the battery to frost. The longer the cells are exposed to lower temperatures,
the greater the risk of capacity loss and hazardous cell damage. Therefore, do not store
rechargeable batteries in an unheated garage during winter.