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heeded when using the re-
chargeable battery. Read these
instructions.
■
Remove the rechargeable
battery from the power tool
before starting any work on
the power tool (e.g. mainte-
nance, tool change), before
transport and before storage.
■
Only use the rechargeable
battery as designated, i.e. for
AL-KO rechargeable battery-
driven appliances. Only
charge the rechargeable bat-
tery with the AL-KO charging
unit provided.
■
Only unpack the new re-
chargeable battery from the
original packaging when it is
to be used.
■
Fully charge the rechargeable
battery before using it for the
first time and always use the
specified charging unit. Com-
ply with the details given in
these instructions for use for
charging the rechargeable
battery.
■
Do not use the rechargeable
battery in environments where
there is a potential risk of ex-
plosion and/or fire.
■
Do not expose the recharge-
able battery to moisture and
humidity when in use with the
appliance.
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■
Protect the rechargeable bat-
tery from heat, oil and fire to
prevent it being damaged so
no vapours and electrolyte liq-
uids can escape. There is a
danger of explosion!
■
Do not subject the recharge-
able battery to impacts or
throw it.
■
Do not use the rechargeable
battery when soiled or wet.
Before use, clean and dry the
rechargeable battery with a
dry, clean cloth.
■
When the battery pack is not
in use, keep it away from oth-
er metal objects to prevent
bridging the contacts (e.g. pa-
per clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws). Do not use sharp ob-
jects (e.g. a screwdriver) to
work on the battery. This can
cause an internal short circuit
which can lead to overheat-
ing, fire or explosion of the
battery.
■
Do not open, dismantle or
crush the rechargeable bat-
tery. There is a danger of elec-
tric shock and short-circuit.
■
An improperly used and dam-
aged rechargeable battery
can cause vapours and elec-
trolyte liquid to escape. Vent
the room adequately and in
the case of any disorders,
Safety instructions
PW 2040