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Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will
be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.
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To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who
use and service the machine have to be acquainted
with this Manual and must be informed about its
potential hazards.
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The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes
made to the truck nor for any damage resulting from
such changes.
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Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not
possible to eliminate all residual risk factors.
Additional safety instructions for the charger
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Before using the charger, read all the instructions and
cautionary markings on the charger and battery pack as
well as the instructions on using the battery pack.
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Only charge your batteries indoors as the charger is
designed for indoor use only.
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DANGER.
If the battery pack is cracked or damaged in
any other way, do not insert it in the charger. There is a
danger of electric shock or electrocution.
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WARNING.
Do not allow any liquid to come into contact
with the charger. There is a danger of electric shock.
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To allow the battery pack to cool down after charging, do
not place it in a hot environment such as a metal shed or
open trailer left in the sun.
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Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
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The charger and battery packs supplied with it are
specifically designed to work together. Do not attempt to
charge the battery pack with any other charger than the
one supplied.
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Do not place any object on top of the charger as it could
cause overheating. Do not place the charger near any
heat source.
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Do not pull on the lead of the charger to disconnect it
from the power source.
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Make sure that the charger cable is positioned where
it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
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Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. The use of an improper extension cord could
cause the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
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Do not use the charger if it has been subjected to a
heavy knock, dropped or otherwise damaged in any way.
Take the charger to an authorised service centre for a
check and/or repair.
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Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to an authorised
service centre when service or repair is required.
Incorrect re-assembly may result in the risk of fire, electric
shock or electrocution.
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To reduce the risk of an electric shock, unplug the
charger from the power supply before attempting to clean
it. Removing the battery alone does not reduce the risk.
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Never attempt to connect two chargers together.
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Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 104°F
(40°C) such as alongside sheds or metal structures in
the summer.
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The charger is designed for use from a standard
household electrical supply (230–240 volts). Do not
attempt to connect the charger to a supply with a
different supply.
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If you wish to charge a second battery pack, unplug the
charger from the mains supply and leave it for at least
15 minutes. After this time you can charge a second
battery pack.
