Black+Decker BD40, Instruction Manual

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BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
The battery is not fully charged out of the box. Before using
the battery and charger, read the safety instructions below
and then follow charging procedures outlined. When
ordering replacement batterys, be sure to include the
catalog number and voltage.
Your tool uses a BLACK+DECKER charger. Be sure to read all
safety instructions before using your charger. Consult the
chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of chargers
and battery packs.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions for All
Batterys
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions for the battery, charger and
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious injury.
• Do not charge or use the battery in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery
from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
• NEVER force the battery into the charger. DO NOT
modify the battery in any way to fit into a non-
compatible charger as battery may rupture causing
serious personal injury.
Consult the chart at the end of
this manual for compatibility of batteries and chargers.
• Charge the batterys only in designated
BLACK+DECKER chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 104 °F
(40 °C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings
in summer).
For best life store batterys in a cool,
dry location.
NOTE: Do not store the batterys in a tool with the
trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger
switch in the ON position.
• Do not incinerate the battery even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out.
The battery can
explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created
when lithium ion batterys are burned.
•
If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water.
If
battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of
a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation.
Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medical attention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be
flammable if exposed to spark or flame.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the
battery for any reason. If the battery case is cracked or
damaged, do not insert into the charger. Do not crush,
drop or damage the battery. Do not use a battery or
charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped,
run over or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with
a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged
batterys should be returned to the service center
for recycling.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions for the battery, charger and
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious injury.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery with any
chargers other than the ones in this manual.
The charger and battery are specifically designed to
work together.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses
other than charging BLACK+DECKERrechargeable
batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric
shock or electrocution.
• Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when
disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of
damage to the electric plug and cord.
•
Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not
be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in
risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide
a dry location and use an extension cord suitable
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size
(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The
smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the
capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at
least the minimum wire size. The following table shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord.