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BATTERY / CHARGER SAFETY
Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include the catalog number
and voltage. The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the
battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below and then follow charging
procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the
battery pack from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
• 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.
• Charge the battery packs only in designated BOSTITCH chargers.
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DO NOT
splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the tool 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).
For best life store battery packs in a cool, dry location
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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.
Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the
battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into the charger. Do not crush,
drop or damage the 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 (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit
with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to the service
center for recycling.
Fire hazard. Do not store or carry the battery pack so that metal
objects can contact exposed battery terminals.
For example, do not place the
battery pack in aprons, pockets, tool 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 tools and the like.
The US Department of Transportation
Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in
commerce or on airplanes (e.g., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they
are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual battery packs,
make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials that
could contact them and cause a short circuit.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION (Li-Ion)
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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 lithium ion battery packs are burned.
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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 is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium
salts.
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Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory irritation.
Provide
fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
