Ryobi CTH1802, CTH1442K2 Precautions Regarding the USE of Charger and Battery, Service Center

5.To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting charger.

6.Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

7.An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure:

a.That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.

b.That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and

c.That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below:

Note: AWG = American Wire Gage

8.Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Replace immediately.

9.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a RYOBI AUTHORIZED

SERVICE CENTER.

10.Do not disassemble charger; take it to a RYOBI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

11.To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

PRECAUTIONS REGARDING THE USE OF CHARGER AND BATTERY

1.Do not charge battery when temperature is below 50° F (10° C) or above 95° F (35° C).

2.Never attempt to connect two chargers together.

3.The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage.

4.Consecutive charging may cause overheating. If you need to recharge batteries consecutively, wait for about 15 minutes to allow charger to cool.

5.Do not insert foreign matter into the hole for the battery in charger stand.

6.Do not charge by means of an engine generator or DC power source.

7.Do not disassemble the battery.

8.Do not store the tool and battery in locations

where the temperature may reach or exceed 104° F (40° C), such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer.

9.Do not incinerate the battery, even if it is severely damaged or completely worn out. The battery may explode in fire.

10.Battery leakage may occur under conditions of extreme usage or temperature. If liquid comes in contact with skin, wash quickly with soap and water, then with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets in your eyes, wash with water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical attention immediately.

11.Do not short-circuit the battery.

WARNING:

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

•lead from lead-based paints,

•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

•arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.