DD 4G 18.0-EC
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Safety instructions for drills and
drivers
Hold the power tool by the insulated
gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the cutting accessory or
the screw may contact hidden wiring or
its own power cord.
The screw contacting a “live” wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and cause an electric shock.
Use auxiliary handles if these are
supplied with the power tool. The loss of
control may result in injuries.
Use suitable detectors to detect
concealed power supply cables or
consult your local supply company.
Contact with electric cables may result in
a fire and/or electric shock. A damaged
gas pipe may cause an explosion. Cutting
into a water pipe will cause damage to
property.
Switch off the power tool immediately
when the cutting accessory jams. Be
prepared for high reaction torques which
cause kickback. The cutting accessory
jams when:
– the power tool is overloaded
or
– it snags in the workpiece to be
machined.
Maintain a firm grip on the power tool.
High reaction torques can occur briefly
when screws are tightened and released.
Secure the workpiece. A workpiece is
held more securely in a clamping device or
vice than by hand.
Wait until the power tool has come to
a stop before putting it down. The cutting
accessory may snag, causing the operator
to lose control of the power tool.
Use only original batteries with the
voltage indicated on the type plate of
your power tool. The use of other
batteries, e.g. imitations, reconditioned
batteries or other makes, increases the risk
of injury and damage to property by
exploding batteries.
Safety instructions for handling
batteries
Do not open the battery. Short-circuiting
hazard!
Protect the battery against heat,
including prolonged sunshine, fire, water
and moisture. Explosion hazard!
A damaged or incorrectly used battery may
result in the emission of fumes.
Ensure a supply of fresh air and consult
a doctor in the event of any physical
complications. The fumes may irritate the
respiratory tracts.
Liquid may leak out of the battery if the
battery is incorrectly used. Avoid contact
with such liquid. If contact accidentally
occurs, rinse with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, seek medical attention.
Liquid discharged from the battery may
cause irritation or burns.
Recharge batteries only with chargers
recommended by the manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery may create a fire hazard when used
with another battery.
The battery may be damaged by pointed
objects such as e.g. nails or screwdrivers or
by external application of force. This may
give rise to an internal short circuit, causing
the battery to burn, smoke, explode or
overheat.
Charger
Always check whether the mains voltage
matches the voltage indicated on the
type plate of the charger.
The charger plug must fit in the power
socket. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs together with
earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching power
sockets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
Only use the charger in dry rooms and
avoid all contact with moisture and rain.
The ingress of water into the charger
increases the risk of electric shock.
Never use the charger if cables, plugs or
the device itself are damaged as a result
of external influence. Take the charger to
the nearest authorised repair shop.
