IV. FOR BATTERY
CHARGER & BATTERY PACK
Important Safety Instructions
1)SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger.
2)Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery pack.
3)CAUTION - To reduce the risk of injury, charge only Panasonic Battery Pack as shown in last page.
Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
4)Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
5)To reduce the risk of damaging the electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than 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.
c.that wire size is large enough for ampere rating of charger as specified below.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE OF EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
AC Input Rating. Amperes AWG Size of Cord
Equal to or | But less | Length of Cord, Feet | |||
greater than | than | 25 | 50 | 100 150 | |
0 | 2 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 16 |
8)Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug replace them 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 qualified serviceman.
10)Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
11)To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
12)The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work together.
Do not attempt to charge any other cordless tool or battery pack with this charger.
13)Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger.
14)Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack housing.
15)Do not store the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50°C (122°F) (such a metal tool shed, or a car in the summer), which can lead to deterioration of the storage battery.
16)Do not charge battery pack when the temperature is BELOW 0°C (32°F) or ABOVE 40°C (104°F). This is very important.
17)Do not incinerate the battery pack. It can explode in a fire.
18)Avoid dangerous environment. Do not use charger in damp or wet locations.
19)The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power only. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage!
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