Panasonic Toughbook FZ-G1 Operating Instructions - Page 2

Read Me First Safety Precautions To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to equipment or property, always observe the following safety precautions. Explanation of symbol word panels The following symbol word panels are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed. DANGER Denotes a potential hazard that will result in serious injury or death. WARNING Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. CAUTION Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury. NOTICE Denotes a hazard that could result in property damage. The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed. These symbols are used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must not be performed. This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safety. 2 DANGER Precautions on the Battery Pack Do Not Throw the Battery Pack into a Fire or Expose It to Excessive Heat Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result. Do Not Insert Sharp Objects Into the Battery Pack, Disassemble, or Modify It Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result. Do Not Short the Positive (+) and Negative (-) Contacts Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result. • Do not place the battery pack to- gether with articles such as necklaces or hairpins when carrying or storing. Avoid Extreme Heat (Near the Fire, in Direct Sunlight, for Example) Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result. Do Not Apply Shocks to the Product by Dropping It, Applying Strong Pressure to It, etc. Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture of the battery may result. • If this product is subjected to a strong impact, damaged or deformed, stop using it immediately. Do Not Charge the Battery Using Methods Other Than Those Specified If the battery is not charged using one of the specified methods, electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result. When the Battery Pack Has Deteriorated, Replace It With a New One Continued use of a damaged battery pack may result in heat generation, ignition or battery rupture.