Important Safety Instructions For Use Of The Battery And Battery Charger - Hitachi UC 18YFSL Instructions De Sécurité Et Mode D'emploi

* If the input rating of a battery charger is given in watts rather than in amperes, the
corresponding ampere rating is to be determined by dividing the wattage rating by the
voltage rating–for example:
9. Do not operate battery charger with damaged cord or plug-replace them immediately.
10. Do not operate battery charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to a qualifi ed serviceman.
11. Do not disassemble battery charger; take it to a qualifi ed serviceman when service or repair
is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fi re.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from receptacle before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning. Removing the battery will not reduce this risk.
13. This battery charger might be attached to HITACHI battery operated tools as a standard
accessory. In this case, please confi rm Instruction Manual of the HITACHI battery operated
tools before using the battery charger.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE BATTERY
AND BATTERY CHARGER
You must charge the battery before you can use the power tool. Before using the model
UC18YFSL battery charger, be sure to read all instructions and cautionary statements on it, the
battery and in this manual.
CAUTION: USE ONLY HITACHI BATTERY TYPES BSL14 SERIES AND BSL18 SERIES.
OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY BURST AND CAUSE INJURY!
Follow these instructions to avoid the risk of injury:
WARNING:
Improper use of the battery or battery charger can lead to serious
injury. To avoid these injuries:
1. NEVER disassemble the battery.
2. NEVER incinerate the battery, even if it is damaged or is completely worn out. The battery
can explode in a fi re.
3. NEVER short-circuit the battery.
4. NEVER insert any objects into the battery charger's air vents. Electric shock or damage to
the battery charger may result.
5. NEVER charge outdoors. Keep the battery away from direct sunlight and use only where
there is low humidity and good ventilation.
6. NEVER charge when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
7. NEVER connect two battery chargers together.
8. NEVER insert foreign objects into the hole for the battery or the battery charger.
9. NEVER use a booster transformer when charging.
10. NEVER use an engine generator or DC power to charge.
11. NEVER store the battery or battery charger in places where the temperature may reach or
exceed 104°F (40°C).
1,250 watts
= 10 amperes
125 volts
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