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SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY-POWERED UNITS
General Electric Safety
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Before using this product, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on the battery, battery charger, and the unit(s) powered
by the battery.
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Use only the batteries and chargers specified by the original
equipment manufacturer.
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Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions. Store the unit
indoors.
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Do not handle the unit with wet hands.
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Avoid dangerous environments. Do not operate the unit in the
rain, in wet conditions or on wet surfaces. Moisture is a shock
hazard.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, avoid body contact with
grounded conductors, such as metal pipes or wire fences.
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Do not operate the unit in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Battery Charger Safety
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Do not handle the charger, including the charger plug and
charger terminals, with wet hands.
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Do not charge the unit outdoors.
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Follow all charging instructions. Do not charge the battery outside
the temperature range specified. Improperly charging the battery
or charging the battery outside of the specified temperature range
may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
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A nameplate on the unit indicates the voltage used. Never
connect the unit to an AC voltage that differs from this voltage.
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An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a
risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
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Do not use multiple extension cords.
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Make sure the extension cord is heavy enough to carry the
current drawn by the unit. An undersized extension cord will
cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and
overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge cord. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
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Make sure the cords are in good condition. Inspect the power
cord and extension cord periodically. Look closely for
deterioration, cuts or cracks in the insulation. If a cord is
damaged in any manner while plugged in, disconnect the cord
from both the outlet and the unit. Do not use a damaged cord.
Damaged cords should be repaired or replaced.
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Do not abuse cords. Never pull or carry the unit by a cord. Keep
cords away from heat, oil, water, sharp edges, and moving
objects. Always grasp the plug when disconnecting a cord.
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Never modify a plug, cord or outlet in any way.
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Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be
provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used with this unit.
For an extra measure of safety, use receptacles with built-in
GFCI protection.
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Do not place the battery charger where cords might be stepped
on, tripped over or subjected to damage.
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Do not charge batteries in the rain or in wet conditions. Keep the
battery charger in a cool and dry area.
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Keep the battery charger away from all liquid.
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Do not allow small metal items or material such as steel wool,
aluminum foil or other foreign particles into the charger port.
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Do not probe the charger with conductive material. There is a
risk of electric shock.
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Do not cover the battery charger. The battery charger may overheat.
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Do not allow the battery or battery charger to overheat. If they
are warm, allow them to cool down.
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Always unplug the battery charger before cleaning it. Always
unplug the battery charger when it is not in use.
Battery Safety
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Do not expose the battery to fire or to temperatures over 176º F
(80º C). Doing so could cause an explosion.
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Handle batteries with care. Do not short the battery with
conductive materials, such as rings, bracelets, keys, etc.
Shorting the battery may cause personal injury, damage to the
battery or a fire.
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When the battery is not in use, keep it away from small metal
objects, such as paper clips, coins, nails, etc. These items could
connect one terminal to another and short the battery.
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Do not attempt to charge a cracked or damaged battery.
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Do not use a damaged or modified battery. Doing so could result
in a fire, explosion or personal injury.
WARNING:
The battery may present a risk of
fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble,
overheat or incinerate the battery. The battery may develop a
small leak under extreme usage or temperature conditions.
If battery fluid contacts skin:
- Immediately wash the area with soap and water.
- Neutralize the battery fluid with a mild acid (lemon
juice, vinegar, etc.).
- Seek immediate medical attention.
If battery fluid gets in the eyes:
- Immediately flush the eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
DISPOSING OF DAMAGED OR WORN-OUT BATTERIES
WARNING:
To prevent contamination of the
environment, contact your local waste disposal agency for
specific instructions before disposing of damaged or worn-
out lithium-ion batteries. Take batteries to a local recycling
and/or disposal center, certified for lithium-ion battery
disposal.
WARNING:
Do not use broken or cracked
batteries, even if there isn't leakage. Replace damaged or
worn-out batteries with new batteries. DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO REPAIR BATTERIES! Repair attempts may result in
severe personal injury, due to explosion or electrical shock.
To avoid personal injury and damage to the environment:
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Do not attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery
components. Do not open or mutilate the battery. If a leak
develops, released electrolytes are corrosive and toxic. Do not get
the solution in your eyes or on your skin, and do not swallow it.
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Do not dispose of the battery in the regular household trash.
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Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.
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Do not dispose of the battery where it will become part of any
waste landfill or municipal solid waste stream.
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Cover the battery terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape.
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Dispose of the battery according to local, state and federal
regulations.
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Dispose of the battery promptly.
