CHAPTER 8 EXTERNALS AND AUXILIARY CONTROL SYSTEMCOPYRIGHT © 2002 CANON INC. 2000 CANON iR1600/iR2000 REV.1 JAN. 20028-125 Back-Up Battery5.1 Back-Up Mechanism5.1.1 OutlineThe machine’s image processor is equipped with a lithium battery (BAT1) for data back-up, needed in the event of a power shortage or when the power switch is tuned off.Do not throw the lithium battery into fire. It contains lithium and organicsolvent (highly combustible), and it can explode or burn with strong inten-sity in fire.Also, do not disassemble it, as its organic solvent can harm your skin uponcontact.Take full care when handling the battery, and be sure to dispose of it ac-cording to appropriate regulations.