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Special safety directions for
battery-operated tools
•
Ensure that the device is swit-
ched off before inserting the
battery. Inserting a battery into
a power tool that is switched on
may result in accidents.
•
Recharge the batteries indoors
only because the battery char-
ger is designed for indoor use
only. Risk of electric shock.
•
To reduce the electric shock ha-
zard, unplug the battery charger
from the mains before cleaning
the charger.
•
Do not subject the battery to
strong sunlight over long pe-
riods and do not leave it on a
heater. Heat damages the bat-
tery and there is a risk of explo-
sion.
•
Allow a hot battery to cool befo-
re charging.
•
Do not open up the battery and
avoid mechanical damage to
the battery. Risk of short circuit
and fumes may be emitted that
irritate the respiratory tract. En-
sure fresh air and seek medical
assistance in the event of dis-
comfort.
•
Do not use non-rechargeable
batteries. This could damage
the appliance.
Correct handling of the battery
charger
•
This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with redu-
ced physical, sensory or men-
tal capabilities or lack of expe-
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rience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards in-
volved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not
be made by children without
supervision.
•
To charge the battery, use only
the charger supplied. Risk of
fire and explosion. This ensu-
res that the safety of the device
is maintained.
•
Before each use, check the
charger, cable and plug and
have them repaired by qua-
lified professionals and only
with original parts. Do not use
a defective charger and do not
open it up yourself. This ensu-
res that the safety of the device
is maintained.
•
Connect the charger only to a
socket with an earth. Ensure
that the mains voltage matches
the specifications on the char-
ger rating plate. Risk of electric
shock.
•
Disconnect the charger from
the mains before closing or
opening connection to the bat-
tery / power tool / device. This
ensures that the battery and
charger are not damaged.
•
Keep the charger clean and
away from wet and rain. Do not
use the charger outdoors. Dirt
and the entry of water increase
the risk of electric shock.
•
Operate the charger only with
the appropriate original batte-
ries. Charging other batteries