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MYO headlamps and AA/LR6 rechargeable batteries
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Due to advances in the performance
characteristics of AA/LR6 rechargeable
batteries (especially their higher output
during discharge), they can in certain cases
of intensive use, cause quality and safety
problems with MYO-series headlamps.
When the headlamp is used with AA/LR6
rechargeable batteries, if a short-circuit
appears in the cable connecting the battery
case to the lamp, the cable can spark, melt,
or catch fire. This poses a burn hazard to
the user.
The number of reported incidents is very
low, representing 0.004% of total MYO
headlamps sold. Nevertheless, this rate of
incidence does not meet our standards of
reliability and safety.
As a result, Petzl has decided to alert endusers
and to take the necessary corrective
actions.
Attention :
- This information applies to all Petzl MYOseries
headlamps manufactured before the
end of June 2008. For these headlamps,
only alkaline batteries should be used.
Rechargeable AA/LR6 batteries must not be
used. (photos, MYOLITE, MYO)
- Since July 2008, modifications are
underway for our currently available MYO
headlamps to make them compatible with
AA/LR6 rechargeable batteries.
Frequently asked questions
- 1 - I recently purchased a MYO-series
headlamp. How can I find out if it is
compatible with AA/LR6 rechargeable
batteries?
- If the battery case has
RECHARGEABLE
BATTERY COMPATIBLE engraved on
the inside, you can use it with AA/LR6
rechargeable batteries without any problem.
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If the MYO-series lamp's battery case has
no inscription engraved inside then use only
alkaline batteries with it and do not use
AA/LR6 rechargeable batteries.
2 - I have already used my incompatible
headlamp with rechargeable batteries and
it worked fine. Can I continue to use it with
those batteries?
No. Based on the returns we have seen, you
should only use rechargeable batteries on
headlamps that are marked:
rechargeable battery compatible
3 - Can I use 1600 mAh low amp
rechargeable batteries with my noncompatible
headlamp?
No. This safety alert applies to all types of
rechargeable batteries. It is the way the
battery delivers the current, and not the
battery's capacity (1600 mAh) that can cause
a problem.
4 - How should I choose a headlamp in the
store ?
MYO-series headlamps that are compatible
with AA/LR6 rechargeable batteries will soon
be marked with a sticker on the packaging:
AA/LR6 RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
COMPATIBLE
5 - Can AA/LR6 rechargeable batteries be
used with other Petzl headlamps?
Yes. See the battery compatibility
chart for more information.
6 - What should I do if my headlamp is not
working?
En France, contactez votre Service Après
Vente à l'adresse suivante :
Petzl
SAV
ZI de Crolles - Cidex 105 A
132 Rue du Pré Blanc
38920 CROLLES
Or by email :
aftersales@petzl.fr
For other countries, contact the After-
Sales-Service of the Petzl distributor in your
country.
If you have any other questions, please
contact your Petzl distributor.
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