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Read all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual
contains important safety and operating
instructions for Bosch battery charger
model GAL18V6-80.
Do not substitute any
other charger.
2.
Before using battery charger, read all
instructions and warning markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery pack, and (3)
product using battery.
3.
To reduce the risk of
injury,
charge
only
Bosch/Dremel rechargeable batteries listed
on page 6.
Other types of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.
4.
Charge battery pack in temperatures above
+32 degrees F (0 degrees C) and below
+113 degrees F (45 degrees C). Store tool
and battery pack in locations where
temperatures will not exceed 120 degrees F
(49 degrees C).
This is important to prevent
serious damage to the battery cells.
5.
Do not recharge battery in damp or wet
environment. Do not expose charger to rain
or snow.
Water entering battery charger may
result in electric shock or fire.
6.
Never submerge battery pack, tool or
charger in fluid of any kind or allow fluid to
enter them.
Corrosive or conductive fluid
(such as seawater or industrial chemical or
bleach containing products, etc.) can cause
short circuit which may result in fire,
personal injury and property damage.
7.
Battery leakage may occur under extreme
usage or temperature conditions. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes.
The battery
liquid is caustic and could cause chemical
burns to tissues. If liquid comes in contact
with skin, wash quickly with soap and water.
If the liquid contacts your eyes, flush them
with water for a minimum of 10 minutes and
seek medical attention.
8.
Place charger on flat nonflammable
surfaces and away from flammable
materials when recharging battery pack.
Carpeting and other heat insulating surfaces
block proper air circulation which may cause
overheating of the charger and battery pack.
If smoke or melting of the charger or battery
pack is observed, unplug the charger
immediately and do not use the battery pack
or charger. Contact customer service
immediately.
9.
Make sure cord is located so that it will not
be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
Damaged
plug and cord may result in electric shock or
fire.
10. Disconnect the charger by pulling the plug
rather than the cord. Do not operate
charger with damaged cord or plug; have
Safety Symbols
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual
and pay attention to these symbols.
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This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Charger Safety Rules
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