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WARNINGS and all instructions for the
battery pack, charger and power tool.
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
The battery pack is not fully charged out
of the carton. Before using the battery
pack and charger, read the safety
instructions below. Then follow charging
procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• NEVER force the battery pack into
the charger. DO NOT modify the
battery pack in any way to fit into a
non-compatible charger as battery
pack may rupture causing serious
personal injury.
Consult the chart at
the end of this manual for compatibility
of batteries and chargers.
•
Do not incinerate the battery pack
even if it is severely damaged or is
completely worn out.
The battery pack
can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and
materials are created when battery
packs are burned.
•
Do not charge or use battery in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery from the
charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
•
If battery contents come into contact
with the skin, immediately wash area
with mild soap and water.
If battery liquid
gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases.
If medical attention is needed, the battery
electrolyte for Li-ion batteries is composed
of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates
and lithium salts.
•
Contents of opened battery cells may
cause respiratory irritation.
Provide
fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek
medical attention.
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes
for possible special disposal instructions.
• Do not open or mutilate the battery.
Released electrolyte is corrosive and
may cause damage to the eyes or skin.
It may be toxic if swallowed.
WARNING:
BURN HAZARD.
BATTERY LIQUID MAY BE FLAMMABLE
IF EXPOSED TO SPARK OR FLAME.
•
Charge the battery packs only in
BLACK+DECKER
chargers.
•
DO NOT splash or immerse in water
or other liquids.
This may cause
premature cell failure.
•
Do not store or use the appliance and
battery pack in locations where the
temperature may reach or exceed
105°F (40˚C) (such as outside sheds
or metal buildings in summer).
WARNING:
NEVER ATTEMPT TO
OPEN THE BATTERY PACK FOR ANY
REASON. IF BATTERY PACK CASE IS
CRACKED OR DAMAGED, DO NOT
INSERT INTO CHARGER. DO NOT CRUSH,
DROP OR DAMAGE BATTERY PACK. DO
NOT USE A BATTERY PACK OR
CHARGER THAT HAS RECEIVED A
SHARP BLOW, BEEN DROPPED, RUN
OVER OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY (I.E.,
PIERCED WITH A NAIL, HIT WITH A
HAMMER, STEPPED ON). DAMAGED
BATTERY PACKS SHOULD BE RETURNED
TO SERVICE CENTER FOR RECYCLING.
WARNING:
FIRE HAZARD. DO NOT
STORE OR CARRY BATTERY SO THAT
METAL OBJECTS CAN CONTACT
EXPOSED BATTERY TERMINALS.
FOR
EXAMPLE, DO NOT PLACE BATTERY IN
APRONS, POCKETS, APPLIANCE BOXES,
PRODUCT KIT BOXES, DRAWERS, ETC.,
WITH LOOSE NAILS, SCREWS, KEYS, ETC.
TRANSPORTING BATTERIES CAN
POSSIBLY CAUSE FIRES IF THE
BATTERY TERMINALS INADVERTENTLY
COME IN CONTACT WITH CONDUCTIVE
MATERIALS SUCH AS KEYS, COINS,
HAND APPLIANCES AND THE LIKE.
THE
US DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL REGULATIONS
(HMR) ACTUALLY PROHIBIT
TRANSPORTING BATTERIES IN COMMERCE
OR ON AIRPLANES (I.E., PACKED IN
SUITCASES AND CARRY-ON LUGGAGE)
UNLESS THEY ARE PROPERLY PROTECTED
FROM SHORT CIRCUITS. SO WHEN
TRANSPORTING INDIVIDUAL BATTERIES,
MAKE SURE THAT THE BATTERY
TERMINALS ARE PROTECTED AND WELL
INSULATED FROM MATERIALS THAT
COULD CONTACT THEM AND CAUSE A
SHORT CIRCUIT.
NOTE: BATTERIES
SHOULD NOT BE PUT IN CHECKED
BAGGAGE.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
1. The best storage place is one that is
cool and dry away from direct sunlight
and excess heat or cold.
2. For long storage, it is recommended
to store a fully charged battery pack in
a cool dry place out of the charger for
optimal results.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs
in a tool with the trigger switch locked
on. Never tape the trigger switch in the
ON position.
