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tween the battery contacts
may cause burns or fire.
• If used incorrectly, liquid may
leak from the battery. Avoid
contact with this. In the event
of accidental contact, rinse off
with water. If the liquid gets into
eyes, seek medical assistance.
Leaking battery fluid may cause
skin irritations or burns.
• Do not use damaged or al-
tered batteries. Damaged or
altered batteries can be unpre-
dictable and lead to fire, explo-
sion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose batteries to
fire or elevated temperatures.
Fire or temperatures over 130
C° can cause an explosion.
• Follow all instructions for
charging and never charge
the battery or the battery-
powered tool outside the
temperature range stated in
the operating instructions.
Incorrect charging or charging
outside the permitted tempera-
ture range may destroy the bat-
tery and increase the risk of fire.
SERVICE
• Never repair damaged batter-
ies. All battery repairs should
be carried out by the manufac-
turer or authorised customer
service centres only.
SPECIAL SAFETY DIRECTIONS
FOR BATTERY-OPERATED
TOOLS
• Ensure that the device is
switched off before inserting
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the battery. Inserting a bat-
tery into a power tool that is
switched on may result in ac-
cidents.
• Recharge the batteries in-
doors only because the bat-
tery charger is designed for
indoor use only. Risk of elec-
tric shock.
• To reduce the electric shock
hazard, unplug the battery
charger from the mains be-
fore cleaning the charger.
• Do not subject the battery to
strong sunlight over long pe-
riods 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
before charging.
• Do not open up the battery
and avoid mechanical dam-
age to the battery. Risk of
short circuit and fumes may
be emitted that irritate the
respiratory tract. Ensure fresh
air and seek medical assistance
in the event of discomfort.
• 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