Gartenmeister GM-HM 20, Operating Instructions Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BATTERY CHARGER

This appliance can be used by child-

ren aged from 8 years and above and 

persons with reduced physical, sensory 

or mental capabilities or lack of ex-

perience and knowledge if they have 

been given supervision or instruction 

concerning use of the appliance in a 

safe way and understand the hazards 

involved.

Children shall not play with the appli-

ance.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall 

not be made by children without 

supervision.

 WARNING

Do not try to charge non-rechargeable 

batteries with this charger.

To avoid danger, a damaged mains 

supply pipe must be replaced by the 

manufacturer.

Read and understand the operating instructions before 

using the appliance.  Familiarise with the control elements 

and how to use the appliance properly. 
Abide by all the safety measures stated in the service 

manual. Act responsibly toward third parties. The operator 

is responsible for accidents or risks to third parties.
The appliance must be stored in a dry place and protected 

from frost.
No metal parts may enter the shaft to slide the battery (risk 

of short circuit).
Never use the charger in moist or wet conditions. Suitable 

for indoor areas only.
Make sure the system voltage corresponds to the charger 

type plate details. There is a risk of electric shock.
Cable connections to be separated by pulling the plug 

only. Pulling the cable could damage both the cable 

and plug. As a result, electric safety would no longer be 

guaranteed. 
Never use the charger when the cable, plug or the machi-

ne is damaged by external influences. In case damage let 

repaired in authorized workshop
Make sure the cooling function is not limited by covering the 

cooling slots. Do not operate the appliance near heat sources 

or on a flammable surface.
Never open the charger. Contact a specialised workshop in 

case of any defect.
The outer battery surface must be clean and dry before the 

battery starts being charged.
Chargers are exclusively suitable to charge these replace-

able batteries
Typ LI 22 / LBC202Z-2

)

Charging any other battery is not allowed.

BATTERY

Recharge only with the charger specified by the 

manufacturer.

 A charger that is suitable for one type 

of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with 

another battery pack.

Use power tools only with specifically designated bat-

tery packs.  

Use of any other battery packs may create a 

risk of injury and fire.

When 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 a fire.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected 

from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acciden-

tally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, 

additionally seek medical help. 

Liquid ejected from the 

battery may cause irritation or burns.

Vapours may leak out in case of unauthorised use or 

when using a damaged accumulator. Bring fresh air and 

seek medical advice if experiencing difficulties. Vapours 

may irritate the respiratory system.

 WARNING

Risk of fire! Risk of explosion!

Never use damaged, defective or deformed accumulators. 

Never open or damage the accumulator or let it fall on the 

ground.
Never charge the battery in an environment with acids 

and easily flammable materials.
Protect the battery against heat and fire. 

Battery to be used at the ambient temperatures between 

10°C and +40°C only.  

Never put the battery on heaters and do not expose it to 

strong sunlight for a long time. 

After being subject to heavy load, let the battery cool 

down first.
Short circuit - do not bridge the accumulator contacts with 

metal parts.
The accumulator must be packaged (plastic bag, box) or 

accumulator contacts must be sealed up for accumulator 

disposal, transport or storage. 

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