AL-KO G2033022, Operating Instructions Manual

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30 HT 4260
Start-up
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Do not leave the rechargeable battery perma-
nently in the charger. For prolonged storage,
remove the rechargeable battery from the
charger.
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When not in use, remove the rechargeable
batteries from the operated appliances.
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Dry the unused rechargeable battery and
store in a closed place. Protect from heat and
direct sunlight. Unauthorised persons and
children must not have access to the re-
chargeable battery.
6.2 Safety information regarding the
charging unit
This section mentions all the basic safety and
warning information to be heeded when using the
charger. Read these instructions.
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Only use the appliance as designated, i.e. for
charging the intended rechargeable batteries.
Only charge original rechargeable batteries
from AL-KO in the charging unit.
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Before each use, inspect the entire appliance
– and especially the mains cable and the re-
chargeable battery compartment – for dam-
age. Only use the appliance when it is in a
proper working order.
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Do not use the appliance in environments
where there is a potential risk of explosion
and/or fire.
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Only operate the appliance indoors and do
not expose it to moisture and humidity.
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Always place the charging unit on a well ven-
tilated and non-inflammable surface because
it heats up during the charging process. Keep
the ventilation slots clear and do not cover
the appliance.
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Before connecting the charging unit, make
sure that the mains voltage matches the volt-
age stated in the "Technical data".
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Only use the mains cable for connecting the
charging unit, not for other purposes. Do not
carry the charging unit by the mains cable
and do not remove the power plug from the
power outlet by pulling on the mains cable.
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Protect the mains cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges to prevent it being damaged.
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Do not use the charging unit and recharge-
able battery when soiled or wet. Before using
the appliance, clean and dry the recharge-
able battery.
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Do not open the charging unit or recharge-
able battery. There is a danger of electric
shock and short-circuit.
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For your own safety, have your appliance re-
paired by qualified specialist personnel only
using original spare parts.
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This appliance must not be used by unautho-
rised persons unless they are supervised by
a person responsible for their safety or have
been instructed on how to use the appliance.
Unauthorised persons include, for example:
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Persons (including children) with limited
physical, sensory or mental aptitude
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Persons who have no experience and/or
knowledge of the appliance.
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Children must be supervised and instructed
so they do not play with the appliance.
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Dry unused appliances and store in a closed
place. Unauthorised persons and children
must not have access to the appliance.
7 START-UP
7.1 Charging the rechargeable battery
CAUTION!
Danger of fire during charging!
Due to heating of the charger, there is a
danger of fire if it is placed on an inflam-
mable surface and is not adequately
ventilated.
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Always use the charger on a non-in-
flammable surface or in a non-com-
bustible environment.
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If available: Keep the ventilation
slots free.
NOTE
The rechargeable battery and the
charging unit are not included.
NOTE
Fully charge the rechargeable battery
before using it for the first time. The re-
chargeable battery can be charged in
any charge status. Interrupting charging
does not damage the rechargeable bat-
tery.