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PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS
− Only charge the rechargeable battery indoors as the
charger is only intended for indoor use.
− Do not place any objects on the charger and do not
cover it as this may cause it to overheat. Do not place the
charger near a heat source.
− Protect the charger and the battery from heat, e.g.
in permanent sunlight or fire, and also protect it from
water and humidity. Otherwise, there is a risk of the
rechargeable battery exploding.
− Make sure that no moisture comes into contact with the
charger. Otherwise there is a risk of electric shock.
− Never position the charging device in such a way that it
could fall into a bathtub or washbasin.
− Never reach to retrieve the charger if it has fallen in
water. In such a case, immediately disconnect the mains
plug from the socket.
− Ensure that children do not insert objects into the
battery or the charging device.
− Do not use the charger for purposes other than those
intended. The charger is only intended for charging the
same rechargeable battery also shipped with the charger.
− Do not attempt to charge the rechargeable battery
with a charger other than the enclosed one. The charger
shipped with this power tool and the rechargeable battery
must be used together.
− Only replace the rechargeable battery with the same
type or an equivalent rechargeable battery type. Refer to
the chapter “Technical Data”.
− Do not allow battery fluid to come into contact
with skin,eyes or mucus membranes. In the event of
contact with battery acid, immediately flush the affected
PRODUCT SAFETY WARNINGS
breaks or are deformed. Only replace damaged parts with
corresponding original spare parts.
− Under no circumstances should you dismantle the
charger. Repairs may only be performed by an authorised
technical support team. Incorrectly performed assemblies
could pose a risk of fire or electric shock.
− If the mains connection line of the charging device
is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its customer service department or a similarly qualified
person in order to prevent risks.
− Only connect the charger if the mains voltage of the
socket corresponds to the nameplate specification.
− Only connect the charger to an easily accessible
socket, so that you can quickly disconnect it from the
mains in case of a failure.
− Laythepowercableoutinsuchawaythatitdoesnotposeatri
ppinghazard.
− Do not kink the mains cord and do not lay it over sharp
edges.
− Never use the mains cord as a carrying handle.
− Do not operate the charging device with an external
timer or separate telecontrol system.
− Do not use any adapter plugs together with the
charging device.
− Do not use any extension cords unless it is unavoidable.
Using an extension cord that is not suitable may result in
a fire or risk of electric shock.
− Never use the charger in environments with explosive or
flammable materials. There is a risk of fire and explosion.
− Always make sure there is adequate ventilation when
recharging the rechargeable battery. Gases may be
produced.
