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Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,
and cautionary markings for the battery pack,
charger and product. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with
any chargers other than a
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charger.
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chargers and battery packs are specifically designed to
work together.
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These chargers are not intended for any uses other
than charging
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rechargeable battery packs.
Charging other types of battery packs may cause them to
The RBRC® Seal
Please take your spent battery packs to
an authorized
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service center or
to your local retailer for recycling. In some
areas, it is illegal to place spent battery
packs in the trash. You may also contact your local recycling
center for information on where to drop off the spent
battery pack. Do not place in curbside recycling. For more
information visit
www.call2recycle.org
. or call the toll free
number in the RBRC® Seal.
RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2 Recycle, Inc
.
Storage Recommendations
The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away
from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold. Store the fully
charged battery pack out of the charger.
Battery Pack Cleaning Instructions
Dirt and grease may be removed from the exterior of the
battery pack using a cloth or soft non‑metallic brush. Do not
use water or any cleaning solutions.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some battery packs include a fuel gauge. When the fuel
gauge button is pressed and held, the LED lights will
indicate the approximate level of charge remaining. This
does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to
variation based on product components, temperature, and
end‑user application.
Transportation
WARNING:
Fire hazard. Do not store, carry, or
transport the battery pack so that metal objects
can contact exposed battery terminals.
For
example, do not place the battery pack in aprons,
pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc.,
with loose nails, screws, keys, coins, hand tools, etc.
When transporting individual battery packs, make
sure that the battery terminals are protected and well
insulated from materials that could contact them and
cause a short circuit.
NOTE:
Li‑ion battery packs should
not be put in checked baggage on airplanes and must
be properly protected from short circuits if they are in
carry‑on baggage.
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery
pack from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
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NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO
NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into a
non‑compatible charger as battery pack may rupture
causing serious personal injury.
Consult the chart
at the end of this manual for compatibility of batteries
and chargers.
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Charge the battery packs only in
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chargers.
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DO NOT
splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
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DO NOT
allow water or any liquid to enter battery pack.
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Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 104 °F (40 °C) (such as outside sheds or metal
buildings in summer).
For best life store battery packs in
a cool, dry location.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with
the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger
switch in the ON position.
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Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out.
The battery pack
can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created
when lithium‑ion battery packs are burned.
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Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or
excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or temperature
above 265 °F (130 °C) may cause explosion.
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Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature
range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly
or at temperatures outside of the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
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If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water.
If
battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a
mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
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Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation.
Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medical attention.
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Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark
or flame.
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Never attempt to open the battery pack for any
reason. If the battery pack case is cracked or
damaged, do not insert into the charger.
Do not crush,
drop or damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack
or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped,
run over or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail,
hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs
should be returned to the service center for recycling.
