Use and Care Manual

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
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Figure 15
REPLACING BATTERY FUSE IF EQUIPPED
WARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which may cause burns. Do
not short circuit or damage batteries in any way. Do not
put batteries in fire as these may burst or release toxic
materials.
1. Release the three locking tabs (a) from the slots (b) and open
the battery box (Figure 16).
2. Tilt fuse holder (c) forward.
3. Pull existing fuse from fuse holder
a
c
b
Figure 16
4. Insert new 7.5 amp fuse.
5. Reposition fuse holder back into battery box and close the
battery box cover.
6. Battery Disposal
DISPOSING OF DAMAGED OR WORNOUT BATTERIES
WARNING
The following toxic and corrosive material is used in this
battery: LITHIUM-ION, a toxic material.
WARNING
To prevent contamination of the environment, contact
your local waste disposal agency for specific instructions
before disposing of damaged or worn-out lithium-ion
batteries. Take batteries to a local recycling and/or
disposal center, certified for lithium-ion battery disposal.
WARNING
Do not use broken or cracked batteries, even if there is
no leakage. Replace damaged or worn-out batteries with
new batteries. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR BATTERIES!
Repair attempts may result in severe personal injury, due
to explosion or electrical shock.
To avoid personal injury and damage to the environment:
• Do not attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery
components. Do not open or mutilate the battery. If a leak
develops, released electrolytes are corrosive and toxic. Do
not get the solution in your eyes or on your skin, and do not
swallow it.
• Do not dispose of the battery in the regular household trash.
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.
• Do not dispose of the battery where it will become part of any
waste landfill or municipal solid waste stream.
• Cover the battery terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape.
• Dispose of the battery according to local, state and federal
regulations.
• Dispose of the battery promptly.