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and manuals originally supplied with tool before using the charger.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using
the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below.
Then follow charging procedures outlined.
read all instructions
• 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
battery packs are burned.
• do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or
removing the battery from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
• 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
for Li-ion batteries 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:
flammable if exposed to spark or flame.
• Charge the battery packs only in blacK+decKer chargers.
• do not splash or immerse in water or other liquids. This may
cause premature cell failure.
• do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where
the temperature may reach or exceed 105°f (40˚c) (such as
outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
warning:
for any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not
insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do
not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a
nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should
be returned to service center for recycling.
Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be
Never attempt to open the battery pack
warning:
so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. For
example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product
kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals
inadvertently come in contact with conductive materials such as keys,
coins, hand tools and the like. The US Department of Transportation
Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries
in commerce or on airplanes (i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage)
UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting
individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and
well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short circuit.
NOTe: lI-ION batteries should not be put in checked baggage.
STOrAGe reCOMMeNDATIONS
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from
direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
2. Long storage will not harm the battery pack or charger.
coMponents
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1. Cordless Sweeper
2. On / Off Switch
3. Battery pack
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Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery
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4. Inner tube
5. Outer tube
6. Power Command
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