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It is essential that this equipment is correctly assembled and operated in accordance
with current safety regulations.
When using the equipment always ensure that all necessary precautions are taken to
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guarantee the safety of the operator and any other persons who may be affected.
The machine, while charging, must be positioned so that the mains plug is easily accessible.
When cleaning, servicing or maintaining the machine, replacing parts or converting to another
function the power source shall be switched off.
Battery operated machines shall be disconnected by removing the Battery pack.
Operators shall be adequately instructed as to the correct use of the machine.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES
1. Always wear protective clothing e.g. face visor, gloves and overalls when working with batteries.
2. Whenever possible always use a properly designated and well-ventilated area for charging. Do
not smoke or bring naked flames into the charging area.
3. Remove any metallic items from hands, wrists and neck i.e. rings, chains etc. before working on
a battery.
4. Never rest tools or metallic objects on top of the battery.
5. When charging is complete disconnect from the mains supply.
6. The battery must be removed from the machine before it is scrapped.
7. The machine must be disconnected from the supply when removing the battery.
8. The batteries are to be disposed of safely and in accordance with the battery directive.
9. Only use genuine NUMATIC replacement batteries.
10. Do not allow the batteries to become fully discharged; it may not be possible to recharge them.
11. The batteries fitted to this product are Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) gel electrolyte type.
The fitting of any other type of battery may cause a safety hazard.
BATTERY CARE
1. Always recharge the batteries after use. This can be done at any time it is not necessary to wait
until they are fully discharged; they do not develop a "memory".
2. Leaving the charger to operate for a minimum of 4 hours after the green light has come on, at
least weekly, will prolong battery life.
3. Do not store the machine with the batteries discharged.
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