d) Do not blow hard objects such as
nails, bolts, or rocks.
e) Use extra care when cleaning debris
from stairs or other tight areas.
f)
Before removing the blow tube, al-
ways switch off the tool, remove the
battery and allow the tool to run down.
Charging the battery
Do not expose the battery to
extreme conditions such as heat
or impact. Risk of injury from
escaping electrolytic solution!
After eye/skin contact, rinse the
affected areas with water or a
neutraliser and consult a doctor.
Charge the battery in a dry room
only.
Prior to attaching the charger,
check that the battery's outer sur-
face is clean and dry.
There is a risk of injury due to elec-
tric shock.
Only use the original charger from
the package to charge the battery.
•
Charge the battery before the first
time of use. Do not briefly charge the
battery several time in a row.
•
Recharge the battery when you notice
that the appliance is becoming slower.
•
If a fully recharged battery lasts for
considerably shorter operating times,
the battery is used up and needs to
be replaced. Only use an OEM spare
battery available from our Customer
Service.
•
Always take heed of the applicable
safety instructions as well as the envi-
ronmental protection regulations and
information.
•
The warranty excludes all defects
caused by improper handling.
Removing / inserting the
battery
1. To remove the battery (7) from
the appliance, press the release
button (9) on the battery and pull
out the battery.
2. To insert the battery (7), place
it on the guide track and push
it back into the appliance. It will
audibly snap in.
Do not insert the battery until
the appliance is fully assembled.
Risk of injury!
Recharging the battery
1. Remove the battery (7) from the
appliance, as necessary.
2. Inser the battery (7) in the charg-
ing compartment of the battery
charger (8). It will audibly snap
in.
3. Plug the battery charger (8) into
a mains outlet.
4. When the battery is fully re-
charged unplug the battery
charger (8) from the mains.
5. Press the release button (9) on
the battery (7) and pull the battery
out of the battery charger (8).
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