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Never open up, disassemble, or modify the battery or charger. Do not touch any live components.
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Always turn the battery off before working on your bicycle, before charging the battery and when
the bicycle is not in use.
Do not allow metallic objects such as keys, coins, or screws, to come in contact with the battery, the
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battery's charging socket, or the charger's charging connector. The magnetic charging connector
may attract small metallic objects which could cause a short-circuit. Be careful not to pierce the
battery with a sharp object such as a screwdriver or nail.
Do not expose the battery to an open fire or excessive heat, e.g., inside a hot car or in strong
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sunlight. Review the battery specification section which lists acceptable temperature ranges in
which the battery can be charged, used, or stored. Never place the battery in a microwave oven or
dryer.
Always keep the battery and charger out of reach of children. They are not toys.
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WARNING! Failure to follow the instructions in this section may result in
damage to electrical components and may cause a fire or electric shock,
which may result in serious personal injury or even death. If your battery is
damaged, do not charge it. If possible, bring the charge down to under 50%
and do not store it inside your home or office. Store it outside in a safe area
or in an appropriate specialty battery container. If your battery presents an
immediate danger, call your local Fire Department.
1 0. 2 . BAT T E RY DA MAGE
Always keep in mind that when sufficiently charged your battery has enough energy stored
inside to cause a fire. Charging, using, handling, or transporting a damaged battery may
seriously injure you and others.
Because of this, it is important to regularly inspect the battery for physical damage, especially
after a crash or impact. If your battery is fully hidden inside the frame, checking it may require
partial disassembly of the bicycle which should be performed by your Authorized Specialized
Retailer. It is also important to regularly check your battery health by connecting it to the
Mission Control App. The app may alert you to any internal issues with the battery in which
case you should follow the instructions given to you in the app. You should also have it
inspected regularly by your Authorized Specialized Retailer which has additional tools available
and can also make sure you have the latest firmware installed. Abnormal behavior, e.g., the
battery becomes hot to the touch while charging or stays warm for long periods of time after
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disconnecting it from the charger, may be signs that the battery is damaged.
The following are signs of physical damage which may render your battery unsafe
requiring immediate replacement:
Cracking or chipping of the battery enclosure
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Thermal deformation (e.g., bulging)
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Odor, smoke, or a hissing sound coming from the battery
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Leaking of battery fluid
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Damaged connectors
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Signs of water ingress into the battery (e.g., rust)
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WARNING! If your battery has signs of damage, do not charge it. If possible,
bring the charge down to under 50% and do not store it inside your home
or office. Store it outside in a safe area or in an appropriate specialty battery
container. If your battery presents an immediate danger, call your local Fire
Department.
WARNING! Battery liquid can cause skin irritation and burns. If you come in
contact with battery fluid, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance, if needed.
10 .3 . CH ARGING TH E BAT TERY
Before charging the battery, make sure it is turned off. The Como battery can be charged
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with the battery installed in or removed from the bicycle. Refer to section 10.5 for
instructions regarding removing and installing the battery.
CAUTION: Make sure your charger is rated appropriate for the voltage output
in your area. Check the charger label for more information. Connecting the
charger to an outlet that has too much or too little output may damage it.
WARNING! When charging your battery, always make sure the charger cord
is fully inserted into the charger and the plug is fully inserted into the outlet.
A loose connection can potentially start a fire.