Warning about batteries
Risk of fire or explosion if batteries are replaced with the wrong model.
Disposing of a battery in fire or a hot oven, or crushing or cutting it manually may cause an
explosion.
Leaving a battery in an environment where the temperature is extremely high can cause an
explosion or leak of a liquid or flammable gas.
Subjecting a battery to extremely low atmospheric pressure may cause an explosion or leak
of a liquid or flammable gas.
The maximum ambient operating temperature of the product is 40°C
Before installing or using the appliance, please refer to the electrical and safety information
on the outside of the case bottom.
This product contains one or more batteries.
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Use batteries correctly to prevent any injury or fire caused by a leak, overheating,
explosion, corrosion or other damage.
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Keep new and used batteries out of the reach of children and any vulnerable person. Stop
using the device if the battery compartment does not close properly.
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If the liquid from an alkaline battery comes into contact with skin and/or eyes, rinse
immediately with fresh water and consult a physician.
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If an alkaline battery leaks, clean the liquid up with a cloth and replace the battery with a
new one.
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Do not swallow batteries. If swallowed, a battery can cause severe internal burns in just 2
hours, and may cause death. If batteries are swallowed, contact a poison control centre
immediately and consult a physician.
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Use AA Ni-MH, alkaline or lithium batteries.
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Do not charge these batteries. Charging non-rechargeable batteries generates gas and/
or heat emissions that can cause explosions and/or fires.
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Do not use different types of batteries or a mixture of new and old batteries at the same
time.
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Insert the batteries according to the correct polarity (+ and -).
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Do not allow the same battery poles to be in contact.
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Remove spent batteries quickly. There is a risk of the battery exploding if it is not replaced
correctly or if the device is unused for a long period of time.
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Replace the battery with an identical or equivalent model.
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The batteries (or battery pack) must not be exposed to excessive heat, such as sunlight,
fire, etc.
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Do not heat batteries or dispose of them in a fire or water.
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Do not use metal pliers or metal objects such as the point of a pen or tweezers to remove
batteries. Avoid deforming, crushing or piercing batteries.
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Do not disassemble batteries.
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Cover the ends of the batteries with tape to prevent explosions and combustion when
they are scrapped.
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Scrap batteries in an environmentally friendly way
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Do not dispose of batteries in ordinary household waste.
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When disposing of batteries, be sure to follow local disposal regulations.
- EN 22 -