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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 before
charging.
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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. Ensure fresh air and
seek medical assistance in the event of
discomfort.
•
Do not use non-rechargeable
batteries.
Correct handling of the battery
charger
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Keep the equipment away from
children and pets. Children should
be supervised in order to ensure that
they do not play with the equipment.
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To charge the battery, use only the
charger supplied. Risk of fire and
explosion.
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Before each use, check the charger,
cable and plug and have them
repaired by qualified professionals
and only with original parts. Do
not use a defective 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 rating
plate. Risk of electric shock.
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Disconnect the charger from the
mains before closing or opening
connection to the battery/ power
tool/device.
•
Keep the charger clean and away
from wet and rain. Do not use the
charger outdoors. Dirt and the entry
of water increase the risk of electric
shock.
•
Operate the charger only with the
appropriate original batteries.
Charging other batteries may result in
injuries and risk of fire.
•
Avoid mechanical damage to the
charger. This can result in internal
short circuits.
•
Do not operate the charger on a
combustible surface (e.g. paper,
textiles). Risk of fire due to heating
during charging.
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If the power cable for this
equipment is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or a
similarly qualified person in order
to prevent hazards.
•
Do not use the charger to charge
non-rechargeable batteries. The
device could become damaged.
Charging Process
Do not expose the battery to extreme
conditions such as heat or impact. Risk of
injury from escaping electrolytic solution.
After eye/skin contact, rinse the affected
areas with water or a neutraliser and consult
a doctor.
Charge the battery in a dry room only. Prior
to attaching the charger, check that the
battery's outer surface is clean and dry.
There is a risk of injury due to electric shock.
Switch off the device and remove the
battery before carrying out any
maintenance work.
•
Charge the battery before the first
time of use. Do not briefly recharge the
battery several times in a row.
•
Only charge with the originally
supplied charger.
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If a fully recharged battery lasts for
considerably shorter operating times,
the battery is used up and needs to
be replaced. Only use an OEM spare
battery available from our Customer
Service
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Always take heed of the applicable
safety instructions as well as the
environmental protection regulations
and information.
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