TIF IR-1 Infrared Refrigerant Leak Detector - Manual (Page 3)

Safety Precautions
Warning: To prevent personal injury and/or equipment damage,
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Read, understand, and follow all warnings stated in the
Lithium Battery Care section of this manual.
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DO NOT charge the battery with any charger other than
the chargers supplied with the unit.
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DO NOT use the IR-1 without a clean filter correctly
installed in the tip.
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DO NOT draw moisture in through the probe.
Lithium Battery Care
The IR-1 operates on a lithium-ion type NP-120 battery. For long
battery life and safe operation, observe all warnings.
Warning: To prevent personal injury and/or equipment damage,
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Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the battery or
protective circuit.
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Never attempt to charge the battery if it has been
removed from the unit.
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Do not expose the battery to temperatures above 140°f
(60°C).
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Do not charge the battery near a fire or in a hot vehicle or
direct sunlight.
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Do not solder directly on the battery.
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Do not subject the battery to impact.
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Do not expose the battery to moisture or immerse it
in fluid.
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Do not deform, pierce, or damage the battery.
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Do not touch a battery that is leaking electrolytes. If
battery fluid should get in your eyes, flush with fresh
water, do not rub eyes, and see a physician immediately.
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Do not use a battery if it is deformed, smells bad,
changes color, or appears abnormal. Send the unit in for
a replacement battery immediately.