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Basic safety instructions
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DANGER!
Danger of explosion and fire!
Persons can be fatally or severely injured if the appliance causes an
explosion because it was used in a potentially explosive environment.
Do not use the appliance in potentially explosive environment.
WARNING!
Danger of fire and electric shock!
Persons can be fatally or severely injured if the charging unit causes
a fire due to a short-circuit because it was exposed to moisture and
humidity.
Only operate the appliance indoors and do not expose it to mois-
ture and humidity.
WARNING!
Danger of exploding or bursting open of non-rechargeable batte-
ries!
Depending on the model, non-rechargeable batteries can explode or
burst open when charged. Escaping electrolyte fluid can get onto the
skin and into the eyes causing serious acid burns.
Do not charge any non-rechargeable batteries.
If you come into contact with electrolyte fluid, wash the contact
point with copious soap and water. If electrolyte fluid gets into the
eyes, rinse the eyes immediately with copious amounts of water
and then consult a doctor.
BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This section mentions all basic safety and warning information to be heeded when
using the charging unit. Read these instructions.
Only use the appliance as designated, i.e. for charging the intended rechar-
geable batteries (see section "Designated use").
Before each use, inspect the entire appliance – and especially the mains
cable and the rechargeable battery compartment – for damage. Only use
the appliance when it is in a proper working order.
Do not use the appliance in environments where there is a potential risk of
explosion and/or fire.
Only operate the appliance indoors and do not expose it to moisture and
humidity.
