Safe Handling Procedures

Before using the battery and any power electronics, read all instructions and cautionary markings on all components and appropriate sections of their manuals.

• Use personal protective equipment when working with batteries.

• Do not dispose of the battery in fire.

• Promptly dispose or recycle used batteries following local regulations.

• Do not disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture or shred.

• Do not modify, re-manufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other liquids, or expose to fire explosion or other hazards. If the user suspects damage to the battery due to water, heat, or other reason, take it to a service center for inspection.

• Only use the battery for the system for which it is specified.

• Do not lift or carry the battery while in operation.

• When lifting a heavy battery, follow the appropriate standards. 

• Only lift, move, or mount following local regulations.

• Take care when handling battery terminals and cabling.

• Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified for the system. The use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazards.

• Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact battery terminals.

• Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified for the system. Using an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazards.

• Avoid dropping the device or battery. If the device or battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a service center for inspection.