Instruction Manual

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8.4.6 Handling Batteries
This battery pack uses two primary lithium/
thionyl chloride batteries. Each battery contains
approximately 5 grams of lithium, for a total of 10
grams in each pack. Under normal conditions,
the battery materials are self-contained and are
not reactive as long as the batteries and the pack
integrity are maintained. Care should be taken to
prevent thermal, electrical or mechanical damage.
Protect the electrode of the battery pack to avoid
rapid electrical discharge. Discharged a battery may
lead to uid leakage and excessive heat. Batteries
should be stored in a clean and dry area. For
maximum battery life, storage temperature should
not exceed 30°C.
WARNING
Handling the battery pack
The following precautions must be observed
in order to safely and effectively use a battery
pack. Improper use may lead to uid leakage,
excessive heat, ignition, or explosion.
• Never charge it.
• Do not short-circuit it.
• Do not disassemble, transform, or modify it.
• Do not heat it or throw it into a re.
• Do not soak it in fresh water or seawater.
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions for the safe
disposal of batteries.
• Do not incinerate the battery, and do not
expose it to a high temperature of 100°C
or more. This may lead to uid leakage or
explosion.
• Dispose of the battery according to laws and
regulations.
Use the following dedicated parts for the battery
pack and batteries.
■ Battery Pack
Part number: F9915NQ (with batteries)
Part number: F9915NK (without batteries)
■ Batteries
Part number: F9915NR
Alternatively, Tadiran TL-5930/S batteries may
be purchased and used.
■ Transportation of products containing
lithium batteries:
Batteries used for this transmitter contain
lithium. Primary lithium batteries are regulated
in transportation by the U.S. Department of
Transportation, and are also covered by the
International Air Transport Association (IATA), the
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and
the European Ground Transportation of Dangerous
Goods (ARD). It is the responsibility of the shipper
to ensure compliance with these or any other local
requirements. Consult current regulations and
requirements before shipping. When transporting
this transmitter with the battery pack inserted, keep
it in deep sleep mode in order to conserve battery
power. For details on how to switch to deep sleep
mode, refer to subsection 7.3.16 “Switching to Deep
Sleep Mode.”
■ How to replace and dispose of the
batteries:
This is an explanation about the new EU Battery
Directive(DIRECTIVE 2006/66/EC). This directive is
only valid in the EU.
Batteries are used for this product. When you
remove batteries from this product and dispose
them, discard them in accordance with domestic
law concerning disposal.
Take a right action on waste batteries, because the
collection system in the EU on waste batteries are
regulated.
Battery type: Primary lithium-thionyl chloride battery
CAUTION
The symbol (see above), which is marked on the
batteries, means they shall be sorted out and
collected as ordained in ANNEX II in DIRECTIVE
2006/66/EC.
■ Procedure to remove the batteries safely:
Refer to subsection 8.4.6 “Replacing the Battery
Pack” and subsection 8.4.7 “Replacing the
Batteries.”