Battery and charging

Lithium-ion battery packs may get hot, explode, or ignite and cause serious injury if they are misused electrically or mechanically.

Observe the following precautions when handling and using lithium-ion batteries:

• Do not short-circuit, recharge, or connect with false polarity.
• Do not connect or charge a potentially defective or damaged battery.
• Do not expose to temperatures beyond the specified temperature range or incinerate the battery.
• Do not crush, puncture, disassemble, or drop the battery. The battery contains safety and protection devices, which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat, explode, or ignite.
• Do not allow the battery to get wet.
• In the event the battery leaks and the fluid gets into one's eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well with water, and immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.
• In case of fire, use water to put out the fire. There is no need for special extinguishing media.
• Do not touch damaged batteries with bare hands. Only personnel using suitable Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and tools should handle damaged batteries.
• Isolate the battery and keep clear if the following conditions are observed:
  • The battery exhibits abnormally high temperatures.
  • The battery emits abnormal odors.
  • The battery changes color.
  • The battery case is deformed or otherwise differs from the normal electrical or mechanical condition.
• Do not modify or manipulate the battery. This may lead to considerable safety risks and is therefore prohibited.
• Never smoke or allow an open spark or flame in the vicinity of the robot's battery.
• Do not use the battery for anything other than MiR1200 Pallet Jack.
• Only charge the battery using supported cable chargers or charging stations.