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Safety Instructions
Improper use of the battery may cause heat, fire, explosion, damage or reduced battery capacity. Please read and follow the handling instructions for the battery before and during usage. The followings are general cautions and guidelines only and as such may not include every possible usage scenario. The manufacturer will not be liable for actions taken or accidents caused by any usage not documented below. |
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Do not dip or wet the battery in water, seawater, or other liquid. Otherwise the battery may be shorted, which may generate heat or cause damage. |
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Do not put the battery into a fire. Otherwise, the electrolyte may burn or cause an explosion. |
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Do not heat the battery. Otherwise the electrolyte may boil and resin parts may melt, causing leakage, explosion or fire. |
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The battery has a predetermined polarity. If the battery will not connect well to the charger or equipment, do not try to connect the battery forcefully. Check the polarity first. If the battery is connected in reverse, it will be charged in reverse and may cause leakage, heat generation, explosion or fire due to an abnormal chemical reaction. |
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Do not connect the battery in reverse relation to the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals in the charger or equipment. If the battery is connected in reverse, it will be charged in reverse, discharge excessive current and may cause heat generation, explosion or fire due to an abnormal chemical reaction. |
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Do not let the battery terminals (+ and -) come into contact with a wire or any metal (like a metal necklace or a hairpin) with which it is carried or stored. In such a case, the battery will be shorted and discharge excessive current, which may result in heat generation, explosion or fire. |
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Do not apply any heavy impact to the battery, throw or drop it. Otherwise the battery may be shorted and result in heat generation, explosion or fire. |
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Do not drive a nail into, hammer or stamp on the battery. Otherwise the battery may be shorted and result in heat generation, explosion or fire. |
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Do not solder the battery directly. Heat applied during soldering may melt resin parts such as separator or gasket, and result in leakage, heat generation, explosion or fire. |
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Do not disassemble or alter the battery. Otherwise the battery may be shorted and result in heat generation or fire. |
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Do not use or leave the battery near fire, heaters, inside an automobile in hot weather or under strong sunshine. Such conditions of high temperature may damage the separator, and the battery may be shorted and result in heat generation, explosion or fire. |
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When charging the battery, do not use any battery charger not specified by the manufacturer. Always follow the charge conditions specified by the manufacturer. If the battery is charged under other conditions (a high temperature, a high voltage/current or an altered charger) not specified by the manufacturer, the battery may cause heat generation, explosion or fire due to abnormal chemical reactions. |
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Do not connect the battery directly to an electric outlet or cigarette lighter socket in a car. Applying a high voltage may generate an excessive current and cause an electric shock. In such a case, the battery may leak electrolyte, overheat, explode or cause fire. |
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Do not put the battery in a microwave oven or a pressure cooker. Sudden heat may damage the seal of the battery and may cause heat generation, explosion or fire. |
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Do not use the battery together with a primary battery such as a dry battery or other battery of a different capacity, type and/or brand. In such a case, overdischarge during use or over-charge during charging may occur and abnormal chemical reactions may cause heat generation, explosion or fire from the battery. |
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If you notice any unusual odor, heat, discoloration, deformation or any other characteristic apart from what you are used to while using, charging or storing the battery, then take it out of the equipment or charger, and avoid using it. Using it in such state may result in heat generation, explosion or fire. |
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If the battery leaks or emits an unusual odor, remove it from the vicinity of any fire immediately. The electrolyte may catch fire, which may cause heat generation or explosion. |
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Do not let leaked electrolyte come into contact with the eyes. In the event of such contact, flush the eyes with plenty of water immediately and consult a doctor. Otherwise prolonged contact may cause serious injury. |
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If the battery leaks and its electrolyte comes into contact with skin or clothes, wash the contact area well with tap water or other clean water right away. Otherwise skin may break out in a rash. |
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When the battery is expected not to be used for a long time, take the battery out of the equipment or device and store it in a less humid area. |
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After long periods of storage without being used, the battery should be charged before it is used. Charge the battery every 6 months to the level specified by the manufacturer, even if the battery is not used. |
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Do not leave the battery pack connected to the charger. It may cause the degradation of battery performance, such as a shortening of battery life. |
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Turn off your equipment or device power switch after use. |
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Do not use the battery in other than the following temperature ranges:
| Charge |
0°C to + 45°C |
| Discharge |
-20°C to + 60°C |
| Storage (less than 30 days) |
-20°C to + 50°C |
| Storage (less than 90 days) |
-20°C to + 35°C |
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Notes for treating used batteries
• Insulate (+) and (-) terminals with tape.
• Do not remove coating.
• Do not expose to rain or water.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not leave under strong sunshine.
• Store in rugged receptacle and cover with a lid. |
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Data and dimensions are not guaranteed but reference values. For further details, please refer to Maxell web site. |
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Contents on this website are subject to change without notice. |
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