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g) Use the power tool, accessories, etc., in accordance with these instructions and
in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account
the working conditions and the type of work to be done. Using the power tool to
do work for which it is not intended may result in a hazardous situation.
5) Using and servicing a rechargeable power tool
a) Make sure that the switch is in the off position before you fit the battery.
Fitting the battery to an electric power tool with the switch in the on position could
cause an accident.
b) Only charge the battery with a charger supplied by the manufacturer. A charger
that is suitable for one type of battery may be a fire hazard if used with a different
type of battery.
c) Only use the correct batteries with rechargeable hand tools. Using the wrong
battery may cause damage, injury and fire.
d) When the battery is not in use, keep it away from metal objects such as paperclips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small items that may form a bridge from one
pole of the battery to the other. Short-circuiting the poles of a battery may cause
burns or fire.
e) If the battery is abused, it may leak acid. Avoid contact with this substance.
If you happen to come into contact with the acid, rinse the affected area with water.
If the acid gets into your eyes, seek medical assistance. Acid from the battery may
cause irritation and burns.
6) Servicing
a) Servicing and repairs must be done by authorised personnel, using genuine
spare parts. This guarantees that the safety of the electric power tool is preserved.
Special safety rules for rechargeable power tools
• Use only the charger supplied. The product is only intended to be used indoors.
• If a battery is warm, let it cool down before charging it. The temperature during
battery charging should be between 0 °C and 40 °C (20–25 °C is recommended
for optimum charging results).
• If the battery is charged at a temperature below 0 °C it may become over-charged,
and this may damage the power tool. Do not charge the battery when
the temperature is above 40 °C. The battery only delivers full power after
about five charge/discharge cycles.
• Let the charger rest for 15 minutes before you start to charge the next battery.
Do not charge more than two batteries in succession without a long interval.
• Make sure that no foreign bodies find their way into the tool via the battery opening.
• Avoid short circuits. Place adhesive tape across the battery contacts when
storing it loose.
• Never dismantle the rechargeable battery or the charger.
• Make sure that the rechargeable battery is not short-circuited as this may damage
the battery and result in accidents if the battery explodes.
