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mable gases, smoke or dust. If the device
needs repair, only original accessories
may be used.
The use of different accessories can cau-
se damage to person and property.
A repair of the device may only be carried
out by a tradesman.
The device must be separated from the
supply voltage.
Detach the battery first and only then in
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terrupt the operating voltage.
When using products that get in touch
with electric charge, the valid VDE-
regulations, especially VDE 0100, VDE
0550/0551, VDE 0700, VDE 0711 and
VDE 0860 must be complied with.
Before opening the device, pull out or
secure the mains plug first so the device
is dead.
If the existing manual does not clarify
electric properties for the non-commer-
cial end consumer, a tradesman must be
asked for advice.
Ask a qualified person for advice if you
are in doubt about the mode of operation
or the safety of the product.
Generally, check if this product is ba
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sically appropriate for the intended use,
before using the device. If in doubt, take
the user manual into consideration of the
respective product (e.g. the product/ ve-
hicle to be charged or the specifications
of the battery manufacturer).
Please consider that operation and con-
nection faults are beyond our sphere of
influence. Understandably, we cannot
assume liability for defects resulting from
this.
Safety instructions
For reasons of safety and approval (CE)
arbitrary rebuilding and/ or modification
of the product is not allowed.
• The device must not be exposed to ex
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treme temperatures, strong vibrations or
strong mechanic demands. This will da-
mage the product.
• Handle the product carefully, thrusts,
blows and dropping from even little height
will cause damage. A faulty device must
no longer be used and must therefore be
disposed of.
• Use the device only for designated lead
batteries.
• Do not leave packaging lying around; It
can become a dangerous toy for children.
Danger of suffocation!
• This product is not meant for playing, it
must be kept away from children. Child
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ren are not able to estimate the danger
when dealing with electric devices.
Before initial operation:
Before each initial operation, check the
charger as well as its leads for damages.
Do not start using the device under any
circumstances if the protecting insulation
of the mains or charger leads is damaged
(squashed, ripped down or ripped off).
Never work with the charger in spaces
or unfavourable environment conditions
that contain or may contain inflammable
gases, smoke or dust.
Never cover ventilation slots or contai-
ners. Do not place the device near hot air
sources such as radiators or similar. Do
not expose the device to sunlight, strong
dust formation, mechanic vibrations or
thrusts. Do not use the device near or on
easily inflammable materials. If necessa
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ry, use an appropriate non-inflammable
basis (e.g. a big, thick wall tile or flags
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tone). Do not place or guide the mains or
charger leads near inflammable materi
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als. Ensure that no inflammable objects
(wood, cloths, cleaning rags or similar)
