vii• If you are not using the scanner for a long time, be sure to remove the battery cartridge forsafety.Failure to do so could result in a fire.• When unplugging the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, hold the connector housing not thecable.The AC adapter cable may be broken, resulting in a burnt AC adapter, electrical shock, or fire.• When taking care of the scanner, remove the battery cartridge. When taking care of the ACadapter, unplug it from the electrical outlet for safety.Failure to do so could result in an electrical shock.• Do not drop the scanner or AC adapter.The housing may be broken, creating injuries. Using the scanner or AC adapter whose housingis broken could result in smoke or fire.Remove the battery cartridge from the scanner.Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.Then contact your nearest dealer.• During electrical storm activity, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.Exposure to power surges could result in a damaged charger or fire.