•Do not plug anything other than your GMC tool into the charger, as other objects may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts, which could result in fire or electric shock.
•Do not place the tool or charger on an uneven surface, as a fall may cause serious damage.
•Never place the tool or charger near or over a heat source such as a radiator or heater.
•Do not operate the charger in a cabinet or other enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
•Use the battery charger indoors only.
WARNING. Do not allow any liquid to come into contact with the charger. There is a danger of electric shock. Do not position the tool or battery charger near water; for example, near a sink, wash bowl or toilet. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the tool or charger. Doing so may short out parts, causing damage to the product and creating the risk of fire or electric shock.
Take the tool or charger to your nearest Authorised Service centre or phone and speak with an experienced GMC Customer Service Representative for assistance in these circumstances:
•If liquid has been spilled into the tool or charger, or if rain or water has touched the tool, Battery Pack or charger.
•If the tool or charger does not operate normally after you follow the operating instructions.
•If the tool or charger has been dropped or damaged.
•If the tool or charger exhibits a distinct degradation in performance.
•If the tool or charger is damaged in any way.
•If the battery pack is not charged within the time frame as specified in this manual, turn charger off.
•To reduce the risk of an electric shock, unplug the charger from the power supply before attempting to clean it. To clean tool or charger, wipe with a damp cloth. Use of any other cleaners is not recommended.
•Do not place any object on to, or allow anything to rest on the charger.
•Make sure that the charger cable is positioned where it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. Keep the lead away from operating machinery.
•Do not pull on the lead of the charger to disconnect it from the mains power socket.
•Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. The use of an improper extension cord could cause the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
•Never attempt to connect two chargers together.
•Do not charge batteries or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may be below 0°C or exceed 40°C such as alongside sheds or metal structures.
•The battery can be charged or operated at temperatures between 0° C and 40° C.
NEVER CHARGE YOU LITHIUM IRON BATTERY BELOW OR ABOVE TEMPERATURES RECOMMENDED OTHERWISE FIRE OR SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY PACK MAY OCCUR.
The most suitable temperatures to charge the battery pack are between 20 - 25° C.
•If you wish to charge a second battery pack, unplug the charger from the mains supply and leave it for at least 15 minutes. After this time you can charge a second battery pack.
Additional safety instructions related to the battery pack and battery safety
•Use only the GMC batteries supplied with the GMC Tool or
•Do not use the battery to power any device other than the GMC tool it was sold with.
•Charge the battery only with the GMC charger supplied with the tool or
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