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BATTERY SAFETY GUIDELINES
PLEASE PHOTOCOPY AND DISPLAY
Used correctly, domestic batteries are a safe and dependable source of
portable power. Problems can occur if they are misused or abused N
resulting in leakage or, in extreme cases, fire or explosion.
Here are some simple guidelines to safe battery use designed to eliminate
any such problems.
ALWAYSALWAYS
BATTERY
Take care to fit your batteriesReplace the whole set of batteries at
SAFETY
correctly, observing the plus andone time, taking care not to mix old
minus marks on the battery andand new batteries or batteries of
GUIDELINESappliance. Incorrect fitting can causedifferent types, since this can result in
leakage or in extreme cases, fire orleakage or in extreme cases, fire or
even an explosion.even an explosion.
ALWAYSALWAYSNEVER
Store unused batteries in theirRemove dead batteries fromNever dispose of batteries in fire as
packaging and away from metalequipment and all batteries fromthis can cause them to explode.
objects which may cause a short-equipment you know you are not goingPlease put dead batteries in with the
circuit resulting in leakage or, into use for a long time. Otherwise thenormal household waste.
extreme cases, fire or even anbatteries may leak and cause damage.
explosion.
NEVERALWAYSNEVER
Never attempt to recharge ordinarySupervise children if they are replacingRemember that small button cell
batteries, either in a charger or bybatteries themselves in order to ensurebatteries such as used in some
applying heat to them. They may leakhearing aids, toys, games and other
these guidelines are followed.
cause fire or even explode. There areappliances, are easily swallowed by
special rechargeable batteries whichyoung children and this can be
are clearly marked as such.dangerous.
ALWAYSALWAYSALWAYS
Keep loose button cells away fromMake sure battery compartments areSeek medical advice if you believe a
young children.
secure.cell has been swallowed.
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