Fluke Biomedical 190M - Manual (Page 19)

Safe Use of Li-ion Battery Pack
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• Never use a battery pack or charger showing visible
damage.
• Batteries contain hazardous chemicals that can cause
burns or explode. If exposure to chemicals occurs,
clean with water and get medical aid. If the battery
leaks, have the test tool repaired before use.
• Alteration of battery pack: do not attempt to open,
modify, reform or repair a battery pack that appears to
be malfunctioning, or that has been physically
damaged.
• Do not disassemble or crush battery packs.
• Use the battery only in the application for which it is
intended.
• Retain the original test tool information for future
reference.
Transporting the Battery Pack Safely
• The battery pack must adequately be protected
against short-circuit or damage during transport.
• Always consult the IATA guidelines describing safe air
transport of Li-ion batteries.
• Check-in luggage: battery packs are only allowed
when installed in the test tool.
• Hand carried luggage: a number of battery packs as
required for normal and individual use is allowed.
• Always consult national/local guidelines that are
applicable for shipment by mail or other transporters.
• A maximum of 3 battery packs may be shipped by
mail. The package must be marked as follows:
PACKAGE CONTAINS LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
(NO LITHIUM METAL).
Disposing the Battery Pack Safely
• Always dispose of a worn out battery pack in
accordance with local regulations. Do not dispose of
the battery in unsorted municipal waste. Refer to the
Fluke website for recycling information.
• Dispose batteries only in discharged condition and
cover the battery terminals with insulating electrical
tape.