BATTERY
3
CAUTION
Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic housing or plastic components. Certain
household cleaners may cause damage and may also cause a shock hazard.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL
W A R N I N G
The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this tool battery pack:
Li-ion, a toxic material.
All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to
prevent contamination of the
environment. Before disposing of damaged or worn out Lithium-ion battery packs, contact
your local waste disposal agency, or the local Environmental Protection Agency for information
and specific instructions. Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal centre, certified
for Li-ion disposal.
W A R N I N G
If the battery pack cracks or breaks, with or without leaks, do not recharge it and do not use.
Dispose of it and replace with a new battery pack. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT!
To avoid injury and risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, and to avoid damage to the
environment:
• Cover the battery's terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape.
• DO NOT attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery pack c
omponents.
• DO NOT attempt to open the battery pack.
• If a leak develops, the released electrolytes are corrosive a
nd toxic. DO NOT get the solution in
the eyes or on skin, and do not swallow it.
• DO NOT place these batteries in your regular household trash.
• DO NOT incinerate.
• DO NOT place them where they will become part of any waste la
ndfill or municipal solid waste
stream.
• Take them to a certified recycling or disposal centre.
