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increased quantity of three batteries with the lower watt hour rating
can exempt the pack from certain shipping regulations that are
imposed upon the higher Watt hour batteries.
Transport Wh rating indicates 3 x 36 Wh,
meaning 3 batteries of 36 Watt hours
each. The use Wh rating indicates 108
Watt hour (1 battery implied).
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION (Li-Ion)
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can
explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when
lithium ion battery packs are burned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery
liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15
minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed,
the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic
carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory
irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if
exposed to spark or flame.
The RBRC Seal
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The RBRC (Rechargeable
®
Corp oration) Seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride or lithium-ion batteries (or battery packs)
indicates that the costs to recycle these batteries (or
battery packs) at the end of their useful life have already
been paid by D WALT. In some areas, it is illegal to place
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spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries in
EXAMPLE OF USE AND
TRANSPORT LABEL MARKING
Battery Recycling
the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the Call 2 Recycle
program provides an environmentally conscious alternative.
Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with D
pack users, has established the program in the United States and
Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel
metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries. Help protect our environment
and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium,
nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries to an authorized D
service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also
contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop
off the spent battery pack. RBRC
Recycle, Inc.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important
safety and operating instructions for battery chargers.
• Before using the charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on the charger, battery pack and product using the
battery pack.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside the
charger. Electric shock may result.
CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
D WALT rechargeable battery packs. Other types of batteries may
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overheat and burst resulting in personal injury and property damage.
NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged into the
power supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign
materials of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to, grinding
dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil or any buildup of metallic
particles should be kept away from the charger cavities. Always unplug
the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the
cavity. Unplug the charger before attempting to clean.
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