Otherwise there is a risk of fire and
explosion.
v
and keep it away from moisture.
The ingress of water into a battery
charger increases the risk of electric
shock.
v Keep the battery charger clean.
Dirt poses a risk of electric shock.
v Always check the battery
charger, including cable and plug,
before use. Do not use the bat-
tery charger if you notice any
damage. Do not open the battery
charger yourself, ensure that any
repairs are performed only by
qualified personnel using only
original spare parts. Damaged bat-
tery chargers, cables and plugs
increase the risk of electric shock.
v Do not operate the battery
charger on easily combustible
surfaces (e. g. paper, textiles etc.)
or in combustible environ-
ments. There is a risk of fire because
the battery charger heats up during
charging.
v If a replacement of the connect-
ing cable is necessary, let this
be carried out by GARDENA or
an authorised service centre for
GARDENA power tools in order
to avoid safety hazards.
v Do not cover the battery charger's
ventilation slots. The battery charger
may otherwise overheat and no longer
function properly.
v Vapours may also escape if
the battery is damaged or used
improperly. Ensure that the
area is well ventilated and seek
medical attention should you
experience any adverse effects.
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Only use the battery
charger in closed rooms
The vapours may irritate the respira-
tory tract.
v If used incorrectly or if the bat-
tery is damaged, flammable liquid
may escape from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact acciden-
tally occurs, flush with water. If
the liquid gets in your eyes, seek
additional medical attention.
Liquid ejected from the battery may
cause irritation or burns.
v Only charge the batteries with
battery chargers recommended
by the manufacturer or by part-
ners of the POWER FOR ALL
system.
A battery charger that is suitable for
a certain type of battery poses a fire
hazard when used with other bat-
teries (battery type: PBA 18V etc. /
Compatible battery chargers:
AL 18 etc.).
v The battery contacts may be
hot after use. Be careful of the
hot contacts when removing
the battery.
Products sold in GB only:
Your product is fitted with an BS 1363/A
approved electric plug with internal fuse
(ASTA approved to BS 1362). If the plug
is not suitable for your socket outlets,
it should be cut off and an appropriate
plug fitted in its place by an authorised
customer service agent. The replace-
ment plug should have the same fuse
rating as the original plug. The severed
plug must be disposed of to avoid
a possible shock hazard and should
never be inserted into a mains socket
elsewhere.
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