Hitachi DS 12DVF, Safety Instructions And Instruction Manual

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10. Do not operate battery charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
11. Do not disassemble battery charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from receptacle before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning. Removing the battery will not reduce this risk.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF
THE BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER
You must charge the battery before you can use the cordless driver drill. Before using the
model UC9SD, UC12SD or UC14SD battery charger, be sure to read all instructions and
cautionary statements on it, the battery and in this manual.
REMEMBER: USE ONLY HITACHI BATTERY TYPES EB912S AND EB914 FOR UC9SD,
EB1212S AND EB1214L FOR UC12SD AND EB1412S AND EB1414 FOR UC14SD. OTHER
TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY BURST AND CAUSE INJURY!
Follow these instructions to avoid the risk of injury:
WARNING:
Improper use of the battery or battery charger can lead to serious injury.
To avoid these injuries:
1. NEVER disassemble the battery.
2. NEVER incinerate the battery, even if it is damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery can explode in a fire.
3. NEVER short-circuit the battery.
4. NEVER insert any objects into the battery charger’s air vents. Electric shock or
damage to the battery charger may result.
5. NEVER charge outdoors. Keep the battery away from direct sunlight and use only
where there is low humidity and good ventilation.
6. NEVER charge when the temperature is below 50°F (10°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
7. NEVER connect two battery chargers together.
8. NEVER insert foreign objects into the hole for the battery or the battery charger.
9. NEVER use a booster transformer when charging.
10. NEVER use an engine generator or DC power to charge.
11. NEVER store the battery or battery charger in places where the temperature may
reach or exceed 104°F (40°C).
12. ALWAYS operate charger on standard household electrical power (120 volts). Using
the charger on any other voltage may overheat and damage the charger.
13. ALWAYS wait at least 15 minutes between charges to avoid overheating the charger.
14. ALWAYS disconnect the power cord from its receptacle when the charger is not in use.