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18V Cordless Drill/Driver
Operator’s Manual GCD18BK
• Do not charge battery pack
when temperature is below 50 degrees F (10 degrees
C) or above 104 degrees F (40 degrees C). Store tool and battery pack in a location where
temperature will not exceed 122 degrees F (50 degree C). This is important to prevent serious
damage to the battery cells.
• Place charger on flat non-flammable surface
and away from flammable
materials when re-charging the battery pack
.
• To reduce risk of electric shock,
unplug charger from outlet before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning.
• If operating time has become excessively shorter,
stop operating
immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.
• Battery leakage may occur
under extreme usage or temperature conditions. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap
and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, wash them out with clear water for at least 10 minutes, and
then seek medical attention right away.
• Do not attempt to use a step-up transformer,
an engine generator or DC power
receptacle.
• Do not short the battery pack.
Do not touch the terminal with any conductive material.
Avoid storing battery pack in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc. Always
protect the battery terminals when battery pack is not used.
• Do not charge battery pack inside a box or container of any kind.
The
battery must be placed in a well ventilated area during charging.
• Do not allow anything to cover or clog the charger vents.
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even
if it is severely damaged or is completely
worn out. The battery pack can explode in a fire.
• Disconnect Charger from the power source when not in use.
This will
reduce the risk to electric shock or damage to the charger if metal pieces should fall into the
opening. It also will help prevent damage to the charger during a power surge.
WARNING:
A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating,
possible burns and even a breakdown
.
WARNING:
120 volts are present at charging terminals, do not probe
with conductive objects. Electric shock or electrocution may result. Do not
allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric shock may result.
WARNING:
This product comes with the battery installed internally. You
are not allowed to install or remove the battery from the product.
IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION: DISPOSING THE
BATTERY PACK
• Your batteries are
Nickel-Cadmium
rechargeable batteries. Certain Local, State and
Federal laws prohibit disposal of these batteries in ordinary trash.
• Consult your local waste authorities for your disposal/recycling options.
• More information regarding battery disposal in U.S. and Canada is available at;
http://www.rbrc.org/index.html, or by calling 1-800-822-8837 (1-800-8BATTERY).
