SKF ALEMITE 597 Series, Service Manual

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Batteries
• Never attempt to open for any reason
• Do not expose the battery to water
• Do not store in locations where the tem-
perature may exceed 105 °F (40 °C) such
as outside sheds or metal buildings in the
summer
• Charge only at ambient temperatures
between 50 and 104 °F (10 and 40 °C)
• Charge only using the charger provided
with the tool
• When disposing of batteries, follow the
instructions given in the section
Protect environment
NOTE
Separate collection Do not
dispose of with normal
household waste
NOTE
Separate collection of used
products and packaging allows
materials to be recycled and
used again
Reuse of recycled materials helps
prevent environmental pollution and
reduces the demand for raw materials
NOTE
Run battery down completely
and remove from tool
NiCd, NiMH and Li-Ion
batteries are recyclable Take to any
authorized repair agent or local
recycling
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DANGER
Do not probe with conductive
objects
Do not charge damaged
battery Replace immediately
Risk of electric shock 120 V AC or
230 V AC present at charger terminals
Failure to comply may result in seri-
ous injury or death
NOTE
Do not attempt to charge
damaged batteries
NOTE
Do not expose battery to fire
 DANGER
Do not expose battery to spark or flame
Battery liquid may burn
Do not splash or immerse in water or
other liquids This may cause premature
cell failure
Failure to comply may result in seri-
ous injury or death
 DANGER
Never attempt to open battery pack for
any reason If plastic housing of battery
pack breaks or cracks, return to a ser-
vice center for recycling
Failure to comply may result in seri-
ous injury or death
Maintenance
The grease gun has been designed to
operate over a long period of time with a
minimum of maintenance Continuous satis-
factory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning
Your charger does not require any
maintenance apart from regular cleaning
Protect environment
Should you find one day that your Alemite
product needs replacement, or if it is of no
further use to you, do not dispose of it with
household waste Make this product
available for separate collection
Local regulations may provide for sepa-
rate collection of electrical products from the
household, at municipal waste sites or by the
retailer when you purchase a new product
Safety instructions
for battery and
charger
Save these instructions
This manual contains important safety and
operating instruction for battery charger
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WARNING
Do not perform maintenance on tool
with battery installed
Do not clean charger with it
plugged in
NOTE
Regularly clean ventilation slots in tool
and charger using a soft brush or dry
cloth
Regularly clean motor housing using
a damp cloth Do not use any abrasive
or solvent-based cleaner
Regularly open chuck and tap it to
remove any dust
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