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temperatures. If you get battery fluid on
your skin or clothes, wash immediately
with soap and water. Neutralise with
lemon juice, vinegar or other weak acid.
• If you get battery fluid in your eyes, rinse
your eyes with clean water for at least
15 minutes and then seek medical
attention immediately.
WARNING!
The product produces an electromagnetic
field when in use. This field can in some
circumstances affect active or passive medical
implants. If you have a medical implant
you should consult your doctor and/or the
manufacturer of the medical implant before
using the product to reduce the risk of serious
or fatal personal injury.
IMPORTANT:
• Do not dismantle the battery or attempt
to replace the battery cells.
• Short circuiting the battery terminals on
this battery by jewellery or tools can
result in serious burn injuries.
STORAGE OF BATTERIES
• Fully charge the battery and disconnect it
from the charger before putting it into
storage.
• Do not store the battery where it can be
exposed to direct sunlight or heat, for
example near fireplaces or other sources
of heat, as this will reduce the life span of
the battery.
• The battery must be charged more often if
it has to be stored in a warm place.
IMPORTANT:
• Store the battery in a dry place at no
more than 27°C.
• Store the battery with a 30% – 50%
charge.
• Charge the battery every seven months
during long-term storage.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
BATTERY CHARGER
WARNING!
• Read all the instructions and safety
instructions carefully before use. Failure
to follow all the instructions below can
result in the risk of electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.
• Only charge lithium batteries, and only
one battery at once. Other types of
batteries can crack and cause personal
injury and material damage.
• Do not charge outdoors or in damp
conditions. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if water gets into the charger.
• Keep the charger clean. Dirt and impurities
increase the risk of electric shock.
• Check the charger, power cord and plug
before use. Do not use the charger if it is
damaged, or if its power cord and plug
are damaged. Never attempt to open,
modify or repair the charger. Repairs may
only be carried out by qualified personnel
using identical spare parts. Damaged
chargers, power cords or plugs increase
the risk of electric shock.
• Do not put any objects on the charger or
put it on a soft surface – risk of fire.
• Check that the mains voltage corresponds
to the rated voltage on the type plate.
• Do not use accessories other than those
recommended or sold by the battery
manufacturer. The use of other
accessories can result in fire, electric shock
or personal injury.
• Be careful with the power cord and
charger. Never carry or pull the charger
with the power cord. Do not pull the
power cord to pull out the plug.
This can damage the power cord and
result in the risk of electric shock.
A damaged cord or plug must be replaced
by an authorised service centre or
qualified person to ensure safe use.
• Make sure that there is no risk of tripping
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