2Read Me FirstSafety PrecautionsTo reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, mal-function, and damage to equipment or property, always observethe following safety precautions.Explanation of symbol word panelsThe following symbol word panels are used to classify and de-scribe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage causedwhen the denotation is disregarded and improper use is per-formed.DANGERDenotes a potential hazard that will result in seriousinjury or death.WARNINGDenotes a potential hazard that could result in seri-ous injury or death.CAUTIONDenotes a hazard that could result in minor injury.NOTICEDenotes a hazard that could result in property dam-age.The following symbols are used to classify and describethe type of instructions to be observed.These symbols are used to alert users to a specificoperating procedure that must not be performed.This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operat-ing procedure that must be followed in order to oper-ate the unit safety.DANGERElectrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition orrupture of the Battery Pack may result. Do Not Throw the Battery Pack into a Fire orExpose It to Excessive Heat Do Not Insert Sharp Objects Into the BatteryPack, Disassemble, or Modify It Do Not Short the Positive (+) and Negative(-) ContactsÖ Do not place the battery pack together witharticles such as necklaces or hairpins whencarrying or storing. Do Not Apply Shocks to the Product byDropping It, Applying Strong Pressure to It,etc.Ö If this product is subjected to a strong im-pact, damaged or deformed, stop using itimmediately. Do Not Charge the Battery Using MethodsOther Than Those Specified Do Not Use the Battery Pack with Any OtherProduct• The battery pack is rechargeable and wasintended for the specified product. Do Not Use This Product with a BatteryPack Other Than the One SpecifiedÖ Use only the specified battery pack withyour product. Avoid Extreme Heat (Near the Fire, in DirectSunlight, for Example) When the Battery Pack Has Deteriorated,Replace It With a New OneÖ Do not continue to use a damaged battery pack.