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Hot/Cold Pack Delay
When the charger detects a battery that is too hot
or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack
Delay, suspending charging until the battery has
reached an appropriate temperature. The charger
then automatically switches to the pack charging
mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life.
LI-ION BATTERY PACKS ONLY
Li-Ion batteries are designed with an Electronic
Protection System that will protect the battery
against overloading, overheating or deep discharge.
The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic
Protection System engages. If this occurs, place the
Li-Ion battery on the charger until it is fully charged.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure
to include 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. Then follow
charging procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• 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.
• Charge the battery packs only in D
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chargers.
• 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 40 ˚C (105 ˚F) (such as
outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
DANGER:
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). Electric shock
or electrocution may result. Damaged
battery packs should be returned to
service centre for recycling.
CAUTION: When not in use, place
tool on its side on a stable surface
where it will not cause a tripping or
falling hazard.
Some tools with large
battery packs will stand upright on the
battery pack but may be easily knocked
over.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION
(Li-Ion)
• 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.
• 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.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation.
Provide fresh air. If
symptoms persists, seek medical attention.
WARNING:
Burn hazard. Battery liquid
may be flammable if exposed to spark
or flame.
Transporting
D
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WALT Li-Ion battery packs comply with the
necessary testing requirements under the
UN Manual of Tests and Criteria (ST/SG/AC.10/11/
Rev.3 Part III, Subsection 38.3) as referenced in
the UN Recommendations on the Transport of
Dangerous Goods.
– The battery packs have effective protection
against internal overpressure and short-ciruiting.
– Appropriate measures have been provided for
prevention of forced rupture and dangerous
reverse current.
– The equivalent lithium content is below the
relevant limit value.
D
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WALT Li-Ion battery packs are exempted from
national and international regulations applicable
to dangerous goods. However, these regulations
become relevant when transporting several battery
packs together.
• Make sure that battery packs are packed
according to the dangerous goods regulations
as mentioned above to prevent short-circuiting.
