2-4 Equipment Manual
Main Battery Safety Information
♦ You must charge the battery before using it. For optimal battery life,
charge the battery within three months of receipt.
♦ Take the battery out of the printer when storing the printer for a month or
longer.
♦ The optimal battery storage temperature is 50°F – 73°F (10°C – 23°C),
with a maximum of 104°F (40°C). The battery may lose its charge
capacity permanently if stored at temperatures less than 32°F (0°C) or
greater than 104°F (40°C). For longest life, the battery should be stored
in a cool, dry place.
♦ The operating temperature for the battery is the same as for the printer.
See “Specifications” in Appendix A for more information.
♦ The recommended temperature for charging is 68°F – 77°F (20°C – 25°C)
♦ Recycle Information – Do not throw in trash. Recycle to your local
regulations. The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC
®
) is
a non-profit organization created to promote recycling of rechargeable
batteries. For more information about how to recycle batteries in your
area, visit www.rbrc.org. Batteries can also be returned postage-paid
to: ERC; 200 Monarch Lane Door #39; Miamisburg, OH 45342.
Caution: Do not disassemble, short-circuit, heat above 80°C, or
incinerate the battery. It may explode.
♦ Do not let the battery come into contact with metal objects.
♦ Do not use a battery with a cracked case.
♦ Do not let the battery get wet.
♦ It is normal for battery capacity to decrease up to 20% over the first 300
cycles of use.