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1 General Safety & Care Information
● If ever the product becomes hot during the charging process, immediately unplug the charger and use the rechargeable
batteries for at least ten minutes before recharging. If this reoccurs the next time the unit is charged – return immediately to
Vivax-Metrotech for repair.
● Do not charge batteries for prolonged periods of time without using the locator for at least ten minutes. Charging for
prolonged period of time could overcharge the battery, reduce the battery life and in extreme circumstances cause damage
to the locator and fire.
1.4.3 Lithium-Ion Batteries (Rechargeable)
● Lithium-Ion Batteries – some products use Lithium-Ion batteries – the requirements for marking and transportation are still
developing. Please contact Vivax-Metrotech before shipping products containing Lithium-Ion batteries or Lithium-Ion battery
packs on their own for any “special instructions”.
1.4.4 Lithium-Metal Batteries (Non-Rechargeable)
● Commonly known as “button cells” these are small – non-rechargeable batteries used to power internal “clocks” within some
units (similar to computers). Generally, they have a life of three to five years.
● Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to charge these batteries.
● Dispose of to your company’s work practice/environmental standards, the prevailing laws, or recognized best practice.
Always dispose of batteries responsibly.
1.4.5 General Rules regarding Disposal of Batteries
● Never disassemble a battery, or battery pack.
● Never dispose of in a fire or water.
● Dispose of batteries in accordance with your company’s work practice/environmental standards, the prevailing laws, or
recognized best practice. Always dispose of batteries responsibly.
1.4.6 Transportation of Lithium-Ion and Lithium-Metal Batteries
● The Lithium-Ion and Lithium-Metal batteries used in Vivax-Metrotech products meet the required safety standards and
include the designated protection circuitry.
● Recent regulation changes require that when batteries with Lithium-Ion and Lithium-Metal batteries are transported, the
packaging must include specified warning labels.
● Please contact Vivax-Metrotech Customer Service (USA 1-800-446-3392, International +1-408-734-1400 (USA Pacific
Time Zone)) for more details.
● Regulations have also changed regarding the shipping of spare battery packs (battery packs that are not inside a product).
There are limitations on the weight of the package, and the packaging must be marked with the appropriate warning labels.
● Please contact Vivax-Metrotech Customer Service (USA 1-800-446-3392, International +1-408-734-1400 (USA Pacific
Time Zone)) for more details.
● Vivax-Metrotech vLoc Series 2 products using Lithium-Ion battery are classified as “not restricted” they can be shipped
normally by road/rail/sea & air (passenger & freight aircraft) without restrictions.
IMPORTANT
Remember – Batteries contain dangerous chemicals – They can be affected by many things such
as water ingress or heat – In some circumstances they can explode. They also can cause electric
shocks!
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