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• Do not connect a damaged
power cable to the mains. Do
not touch a damaged power
cable when it is connected to
the mains. A damaged power
cable may result in contact with
live parts.
Special safety directions for
battery-operated tools
• Ensure that the device is
switched off before inserting
the battery. Inserting a bat-
tery into a power tool that is
switched on may result in acci-
dents.
• Recharge the batteries indoors
only because the battery charg-
er is designed for indoor use
only. Risk of electric shock.
• To reduce the electric shock
hazard, unplug the battery
charger from the mains before
cleaning the charger.
• Do not subject the battery to
strong sunlight over long periods
and do not leave it on a heater.
Heat damages the battery and
there is a risk of explosion.
• Allow a hot battery to cool be-
fore charging.
• Do not open up the battery and
avoid mechanical damage to
the battery. Risk of short circuit
and fumes may be emitted that
irritate the respiratory tract. En-
sure fresh air and seek medical
assistance in the event of dis-
comfort.
• Do not use non-rechargeable
batteries. This could damage
the appliance.
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Correct handling of the battery
charger
• This appliance can be used
by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of ex-
perience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not
be made by children without su-
pervision.
• To charge the battery, use only
the charger supplied. Risk of
fire and explosion. This ensures
that the safety of the device is
maintained.
• Before each use, check the
charger, cable and plug and
have them repaired by qualified
professionals and only with orig-
inal parts. Do not use a defec-
tive charger and do not open it
up yourself. This ensures that the
safety of the device is maintained.
• Connect the charger only to a
socket with an earth. Ensure that
the mains voltage matches the
specifications on the charger rat-
ing plate. Risk of electric shock.
• Disconnect the charger from
the mains before closing or
opening connection to the bat-
tery / power tool / device. This
ensures that the battery and
charger are not damaged.