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6.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, seek medical help.
Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or
burns.
7.
Do not use a battery pack or machine that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
8.
Do not expose a battery pack or machine to
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire
or temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause
explosion.
9.
Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or machine outside of
the temperature range specified in the instruc
-
tions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside of the specified range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of fire.
10.
Have servicing performed by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
11.
Do not modify or attempt to repair the machine
or the battery pack except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care.
Electrical and battery safety
1.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
2.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.
3.
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
4.
Do not charge the battery outdoors.
5.
Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
6.
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain.
Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
7.
Do not replace the battery in the rain.
Storage
1.
Before storing the tool, perform full cleaning
and maintenance. Fit the guide bar cover.
Remove the battery cartridge. Drain the chain
oil after the tool cools down.
2.
Store the tool in a dry and high or locked loca-
tion out of reach of children.
3.
Do not prop the tool against something, such
as a wall.
Otherwise it may fall suddenly and
cause an injury.
4.
When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlight
and rain, and store it in a place where it does
not get hot or humid.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
volts
direct current
meter per second
feet per minute
parts number of applicable saw chain and
guide bar
Direction of chain travel
Chain oil tank
Hot surfaces - Burns to fingers or hands.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1.
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery char-
ger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
2.
Do not disassemble or tamper the battery
cartridge.
It may result in a fire, excessive heat,
or explosion.
3.
If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4.
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1)
Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2)
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3)
Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
flow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6.
Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7.
Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8.
Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge.
Such conduct may result in a
fire, excessive heat, or explosion.
9.
Do not use a damaged battery.