229 BATTERY CHARGING■ CautionMisuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following hazards:smoke, fire, or the battery pack may rupture. Misuse canalso cause damage to the battery pack or degradation ofbattery performance.D Battery cautionR DANGER! DO NOT strike or otherwise impact the batterypack. Do not use the battery pack if it has been severelyimpacted or dropped, or if it has been subjected to heavypressure. The damage may not be visible on the outside ofthe case. Even if the surface of the battery pack does notshow cracks or any other damage, the cells inside mayrupture or catch fire.R DANGER! NEVER use the transceiver or the battery ifeither one is damaged, shows cracks, bruises or is deformed.R DANGER! NEVER place or leave the battery pack in areaswith temperatures: Above +60°C (+140˚F)High temperature buildup in the battery pack, such as couldoccur near fires or stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle, or indirect sunlight for long periods of time may cause the batterypack to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures mayalso degrade performance or shorten battery life.R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery pack to rain, snow,seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wetbattery pack. If the battery pack gets wet, be sure to wipe itdry before using.R DANGER! KEEP the battery pack away from fire. Fire orheat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of anused battery pack in accordance with local regulations.R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery pack terminals, ormodify the battery pack. This may generate heat in the battery,and the battery pack may burst, emit smoke or catch fire.R DANGER! Use the battery pack only with the transceiverfor which it is specified. Never use a battery pack with anyother equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified inthis sheet.R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery pack gets in youreyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean water,without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery packif it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored ordeformed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icomdealer or distributor.R WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any partof the body that comes into contact with fluid from inside thebattery pack.R WARNING! NEVER put the battery pack in a microwaveoven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heatingcooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause thebattery pack to rupture.