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switched on may result in ac-
cidents.
•
Recharge the batteries indoors
only because the battery charg-
er is designed for indoor use
only. Risk of electric shock.
•
To reduce the electric shock
hazard, unplug the battery
charger from the mains before
cleaning the charger.
•
Do not subject the battery to
strong sunlight over long periods
and do not leave it on a heater.
Heat damages the battery and
there is a risk of explosion.
•
Allow a hot battery to cool be-
fore 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
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervi-
sion or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the haz-
ards involved. Children shall
not play with the appliance.
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Cleaning and user mainte-
nance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
•
To charge the battery, use only
the charger supplied. Risk of
fire and explosion. This en-
sures that the safety of the de-
vice is maintained.
•
Before each use, check the
charger, cable and plug and
have them repaired by quali-
fied professionals and only
with original parts. Do not use
a defective charger and do
not open it up yourself. This
ensures 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 charg-
er 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 batter-
ies. Charging other batteries
may result in injuries and risk of
fire.
•
Avoid mechanical damage to
the charger. This can result in
internal short circuits.
•
Do not operate the charger on
a combustible surface (e.g. pa-