Safe Use Of The Battery Pack - Rose File Plus Manuel D'instructions

2.2

Safe use of the battery pack

In addition to the safety instructions below, please also follow the instructions described in "7. Transport, storage and
disposal" on page 51.
DANGER
Risk of injury due to escaping liquids or vapours!
Damages or improper use may cause liquid or gas to escape from the battery. This can lead to skin irritation, eye
irritation, respiratory irritation or burns!
• Avoid contact with escaping gas or liquid.
• In case of contact with skin, wash off with water.
• In case of contact with the eyes, seek medical assistance.
• If irritation of the respiratory tract occurs, supply fresh air and consult a doctor if necessary.
DANGER
A damaged battery pack can cause injuries!
E-bike batteries have a very high energy density. Damages to the battery and a sudden discharge may cause dangerous
situations!
• If you find any damages, please contact the ROSE bike service team!
• In the following cases, the battery must no longer be used:
• The battery is damaged or deformed or the housing is cracked.
• Liquids or vapours escape from the battery.
• The battery heats up strongly or becomes very hot.
• In the event of malfunctions.
• If one of the above-mentioned errors occur, the following measures must be taken:
• Go away from the battery far enough to not inhale escaping vapours and not get in touch with escaping liquids.
• Remove all flammable materials around the battery.
• Make sure the area around the place of storage is safe.
• Store the battery in a fireproof container or on the ground.
DANGER
Improper handling of the battery or its use in a way that is not intended can lead to serious injuries!
• Only use the battery in combination with the appropriate e-bike drive system.
• The battery is designed for use in accordance with the intended use of your e-bike (see "2.5 Intended use" on page
39). Any other use may cause damages to the battery.
• The battery is designed for the following temperature ranges:
• Charging: 0°C to +40°C
• Discharging: -5°C to +40°C
• Storing: 0°C to +40°C
• The battery needs to be recharged at least every 3 months when not in use in order to prevent excessive discharge.
• Only use approved models when replacing the battery pack (also see "8.5 Replacement of parts" on page 57).
DANGER
Short circuits, explosions and fire caused by the battery or charger can lead to serious injuries!
• Batteries must not be subjected to mechanical impacts.
• Do not open the battery or the charger. Otherwise, there is the risk of a short circuit.
• Keep the battery away from heat (and out of permanent sunlight) and fire and never drop it into water.
• Do not store or operate the battery near hot or inflammable objects.
• Keep the battery and charger away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other metal items when not in use
to prevent shorting exposed battery contacts.
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