WARNING
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
where static electricity is generated or
allow the battery to touch something that
is statically charged.
The battery can be stored at
temperatures of between 0°C and 40°C.
WARNING!
Never store or leave your
Lithium-ion Battery in temperatures over
that recommended as this may result in
fire.
Do not store the Lithium-ion battery
anywhere where the temperature can
easily reach temperatures higher than
recommended (garden sheds, vehicles in
direct sunlight etc.) Think before leaving
your Lithium-ion battery pack in storage.
Always allow the battery pack to cool
down after charging. Do not leave in a
hot environment.
Take care where the tool is stored. Do not
store in areas of corrosive fumes, or salt
air or similar conditions. Try to store the
tool in the packaging it was supplied in.
Do not dispose of the battery in a fire or
put the battery into a microwave oven,
conventional oven, dryer, or high-pressure
container as the battery may explode
under these conditions.
Never attempt to open the battery pack,
puncture the battery or subject the
battery to strong physical shock.
If the plastic housing of the battery pack
breaks open or cracks, discontinue use
immediately and do not attempt to
recharge. Ensure the battery pack clip is
in good condition and will not allow the
pack to fall free from the tool. If the clip
is damaged, or not locking the pack in
place, discontinue use.
Stop using the battery if it exhibits
abnormal heat, odour, colour,
deformation, or is in an abnormal
condition.
If you detect leakage or a foul odour, it is
especially important to keep the battery
away from fire. If battery liquid leaks onto
your skin or clothes, wash well with clean
water immediately. If liquid leaking from
the battery gets into your eyes, do not
rub your eyes; rinse eyes well (for at least
10 minutes) with clean water, and consult
a doctor immediately. Never use a leaking
battery.
Handle batteries with care to avoid
shorting the battery with conducting
materials such as nails, screws, metal
watches, hands, rings, bracelets, and
keys. The battery may overheat and could
cause burns.
After it has reached the end of its useful
life, we recommend recycling the battery
at your local municipal council recycling
centre.
DO NOT attempt to replace the battery
cells in the battery pack, or repair or
modify any part of the battery pack
assembly.
When recycling, make the battery non-
conductive by applying insulating tape to
the terminals located on the battery.
IMPORTANT PRODUCT CARE
INFORMATION.
These tools use Lithium-ion battery cells.
Care must be taken to ensure both the
safety and life of the pack is maintained.
Ensure you have read all of the safety
information in the previous pages before
using the tools.
Safety devices and circuitry for this
tool are located in the battery pack
of this tool. The battery pack is a vital
component, not just for the power
source, but also for the full safety control
for both the charging and tools operation.
Treat the battery pack with care and
within the guidelines in this manual. If
the pack does become immersed in
water or any other liquid, is subject to a
severe drop or does not operate within
