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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read the Operating Instructions carefully before use!
WARNING!
Failure to follow all the instructions and safety instructions can result in the risk of electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Save these Operating Instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in all warnings below refers to your mains-powered (corded) or battery-
powered (cordless) power tool.
Use and care
Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before connecting the battery. Inserting a battery
in a power tool when the power switch is in the ON position increases the risk of accidents.
The battery must only be charged with the charger recommended by the manufacturer. A charger
intended for one type of battery can pose a fire risk if used with another type of battery.
Only use power tools with the specified batteries. The use of other batteries may pose a fire risk or
cause personal injury.
When the battery is not being used, it must be kept away from other metal objects such as
paperclips, coins, keys, nails, screws and other small metal objects that can form a connection
between two terminals. Short circuiting the battery terminals can cause burns or a fire.
Failure to handle the battery carefully can cause acid to leak from the battery. Avoid contact with
the battery acid. Rinse well with plenty of water if you come into contact with battery acid. Seek
medical attention if you get battery acid in your eyes. Acid leaking from the battery can cause
irritation or burns.
Store batteries out of the reach of children when not in use.
Special safety instructions for batteries
To ensure the longest battery life, always charge the battery at temperatures between 18°C and
24°C. Do not charge the battery at temperatures below 0°C or above 40°C as this can damage the
battery.
Never burn the battery, not even if it is damaged and can no longer be charged. The battery can
explode if it is burned.
A small amount of fluid can leak out of the battery during extreme usage, or in extreme
temperatures. This does not necessarily mean that the battery is defective. Follow the instructions
below if you get battery fluid on your skin.
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Wash immediately with soap and water.
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Neutralise with a weak acid, such as lemon juice or vinegar.
If you get battery fluid in your eyes: rinse your eyes with clean water for at least 10 minutes and
then seek medical attention immediately. Inform nursing staff that the fluid is a sodium hydroxid
solution, 25–35%.
Never attempt to open the battery in any circumstances. Never use a battery if the casing has
opened or cracked, nor attempt to charge it.
Do not store or transport spare batteries in your pocket, a toolbox or the like, where they can come
into contact with metal objects. The battery can be short-circuited, which can damage the battery or
cause burn injuries or a fire risk. Place heavy-duty tape over the battery terminals before transport
or waste disposal, to prevent short circuiting and discharging. Batteries become discharged if they
are not used for a long time.
Do not store or use the tool or battery in areas where the temperature can exceed 40 °C.
Allow the battery to cool after charging.
The battery must only be charged with the intended charger.
Do not expose the battery to water.
Do not expose the battery to fire. Do not burn the battery.
Do not expose the battery to high temperatures (above 40
˚
C).
