Skil PWRCORE 20 VA593601 Guide D'utilisation page 5

Never service damaged battery packs . Service of battery packs should only be performed
by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Hold the power tools by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation
where the tool may contact hidden wiring . Contact with a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger and battery, use only the
batteries and charger listed in the manual . Read the manuals of the charger and battery
before using.
This vacuum is intended for household use only . Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not allow children to operate the handheld vacuum as a toy . Close attention is
necessary when used near children.
Use only as described in this manual . Use only the manufacturer's recommended
attachments.
Do not charge or use the unit outdoors . Do not use the charger with a damaged cord
or plug. If the handheld vacuum is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors or dropped in water, call the toll-free helpline.
Do not handle the vacuum with wet hands . Electric shock may occur.
Do not put any objects into ventilation openings . Do not use with any opening blocked.
Keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and
moving parts .
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs .
NEVER vacuum hot, burning, smoking or smelting materials such as hot coals,
cigarette butts, matches, hot ashes, etc . Fire could result.
Do not vacuum liquid or wet materials. The penetration of liquid may increase the risk of
fire.
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in
areas where they may be present .
Do not use without the dust canister, filter and filter seal in place.
Do not use to pick up hand objects such as nails, screws, coins, etc . Damage or injury
could result.
Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged . The battery can explode in
a fire.
When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another . Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or
modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of
injury. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, return it to a service center.
Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to
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fire or temperature above 212 F(100 C) may cause explosion.
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