18V Cordless Drill
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V 2.0
SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REGARDING CHARGER
AND BATTER PACK
WARNING!
1.
CAUTION!
To reduce risk of injury, charge only specific type rechargeable battery packs. Other types of
battery packs may burst causing personal injury and damage.
2. Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery packs and chargers.
3. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
4. To reduce the risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the charger manufacture may result in a risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons.
6. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected
damage or stress.
7. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Replace them immediately.
8. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damage in any way, take it
to qualified center.
9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
10. Do not disassemble charger or battery pack, take it to a qualified service center while repair is required.
Incorrect reassembling may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CHARGER AND BATTERY PACK
1. Do not charge battery pack when temperature is below 10°C (50°F) or above 40°C (104°F).
2. Do not attempt to use a set-up transformer, an engine generator or DC power receptacle.
3. Do not allow anything to cover or clog the charger vents.
4. Always cover the battery pack terminals with the battery pack cover when the battery pack: is not used.
5. Do not short the battery pack.
6. Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
7. Avoid storing battery pack in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
8. Do not expose battery pack to water or rain, A battery pack short can use large current flow, overheating,
possible burns and even a breakdown.
9. Do not store the machine and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50°C (122°F)
10. Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or completely worn out. The battery pack can
explode in a fire.
11. Be careful not drop, shake or strike battery pack.
12. Do not charge inside a box or container of any kind. The battery pack must be placed in a well ventilated area
during charging.
13. For extension of the battery lifetime, the lithium-ion battery is designed with the protection function to stop the
output. In the case of described below, when using this product, even if you are pulling the switch, the motor
may stop. This is not malfunction but the result of protection function.
• When the battery power remaining runs out, the motor stops.
• If the tool is overloaded, the motor may stop. In this case, release the switch of tool and eliminate
causes of overloading. After that you can use it again.
• If the battery is overheated under overload work, the battery power may stop. In this case stop using
the battery and let the battery cool. After that you can use it again.
14. Do not leave batteries unused for extended period of time. Recharge the battery every 3 to 6 months and bring
Li-Ion battery to 40 to 80% charge level before storage.
15. Li-Ion batteries are sensitive to high temperature and should be kept in a cool, dry and out of direct light
exposure. Ideal temperature for operation and storage is below 77°F.
