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3.3.1 Safety information
regarding the
rechargeable battery
This section mentions all the ba-
sic safety and warning informa-
tion to be heeded when using
the rechargeable battery. Read
these instructions.
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Only use the rechargeable
battery as designated, i.e. for
AL-KO rechargeable battery-
driven appliances. Only
charge the rechargeable bat-
tery with the AL-KO charging
unit provided.
■
Only unpack the new re-
chargeable battery from the
original packaging when it is
to be used.
■
Fully charge the rechargeable
battery before using it for the
first time and always use the
specified charger. Comply
with the details given in these
instructions for use for char-
ging the rechargeable battery.
■
Do not use the rechargeable
battery in environments where
there is a potential risk of ex-
plosion and/or fire.
■
Do not expose the re-
chargeable battery to mois-
ture and humidity when in use
with the appliance.
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■
Protect the rechargeable bat-
tery from heat, oil and fire to
prevent it being damaged so
no vapours and electrolyte li-
quids can escape.
■
Do not subject the re-
chargeable battery to impacts
or throw it.
■
Do not use the rechargeable
battery when soiled or wet.
Before use, clean and dry the
rechargeable battery with a
dry, clean cloth.
■
Do not open, dismantle or
crush the rechargeable bat-
tery. There is a danger of
electric shock and short-cir-
cuit.
■
This rechargeable battery
must not be used by unau-
thorised persons unless they
are supervised by a person
responsible for their safety or
have been instructed on how
to use the rechargeable bat-
tery. Unauthorised persons in-
clude, for example:
■
Persons (including chil-
dren) with limited physical,
sensory or mental aptitude
■
Persons who have no ex-
perience and/or knowledge
of the rechargeable battery.
Safety instructions
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