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Safety
2.1
General safety instructions
WARNING Study all safety instructions and other instructions, images and technical data with
which this power tool is provided. Failure to observe the instructions below can result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and instructions for future reference.
▶ Persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and
knowledge are not permitted to use this product.
▶ Do not allow children to play with the product.
▶ Install the charger in such a way that a battery inserted into it cannot fall out.
2.2
Battery charger use and care
▶ To avoid injury, use the charger only to charge Hilti Li-ion batteries approved for use with this charger.
▶ The location at which the charger is used should be clean, cool, dry and protected from frost.
▶ The charger must be able to emit heat while in operation.
unobstructed. Do not operate the charger inside a closed container.
▶ Maintain the product carefully. Make sure that no parts are broken or damaged in such a way that the
product no longer functions correctly. If parts are damaged or broken, have the product repaired prior to
further use.
▶ Use chargers and the corresponding batteries in accordance with these instructions and as is specified
for this particular model. Use of chargers for applications different from those intended could result in
hazardous situations.
▶ Recharge the batteries only with the chargers specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable
for a certain type of battery may present a risk of fire when used with other types of battery.
▶ When not in use, keep the battery and the charger away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws
or other small metal objects that could cause a short circuit at the battery terminals or the charging
contacts. A short circuit between the battery terminals or charging contacts may cause injuries (burns)
and result in fire.
▶ Do not store the battery on the charger. Always remove the battery from the charger when the charging
operation has completed.
2.3
Careful handling and use of batteries
▶ Comply with the following safety instructions for the safe handling and use of Li-ion batteries.
Failure to comply can lead to skin irritation, severe corrosive injury, chemical burns, fire and/or explosion.
▶ Use only batteries that are in perfect working order.
▶ Treat batteries with care in order to avoid damage and prevent leakage of fluids that are extremely
harmful to health!
▶ Do not under any circumstances modify or tamper with batteries!
▶ Do not disassemble, crush or incinerate batteries and do not subject them to temperatures over 80 °C
(176 °F).
▶ Never use or charge a battery that has suffered an impact or been damaged in any other way. Check
your batteries regularly for signs of damage.
▶ Never use recycled or repaired batteries.
▶ Never use the battery or a battery-operated power tool as a striking tool.
▶ Never expose batteries to the direct rays of the sun, elevated temperature, sparking, or open flame. This
can lead to explosions.
▶ Do not touch the battery poles with your fingers, tools, jewelry, or other electrically conductive objects.
This can damage the battery and also cause material damage and personal injury.
▶ Keep batteries away from rain, moisture and liquids. Penetrating moisture can cause short circuits,
electric shock, burns, fire and explosions.
▶ Use only chargers and power tools approved for the specific battery type. Read and follow the relevant
operating instructions.
▶ Do not use or store the battery in explosive environments.
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