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Safety Notes
Battery and Charger Safety
WARNING:
Li-Ion batteries, if incorrectly used, stored or charged
are a fire, burn and explosion hazard.
Use the battery charger correctly
Refer to the section of this manual relating to use of the battery
charger before attempting to charge the battery.
Do not attempt to use the charger with any batteries other than
those supplied. Failure to follow these instructions may cause
overheating or fire.
When battery pack is not in use, make sure the battery pack
cannot be shorted accidentally. Keep the battery clean at all
times. Keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Allow batteries to cool for 15 minutes after charging or heavy
use. Failure to follow these instructions may cause overheating
or fire.
Use only chargers recommended by the manufacturer to
charge the batteries. If a charger is not suitable for a certain
kind of battery there is a risk of fire. Only use Li-Ion batteries
provided with a product or specifically designed to be compati-
ble.
Use power tools only with specifically designated battery
packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fire.
The unit is designed for operation in altitudes of up to 2000 m
above sea level.
Keep the battery out of reach of children.
When not in use batteries should be stored at room tempera-
ture (approximately 20˚ C).
Do not open, disassemble, crush, heat above 60° C or
incinerate. Do not dispose of in fire or similar.