Black & Decker CM2040 Read all Instructions, iMPORtANt SAFEtY, iNStRuCtiONS FOR BAttERY, ChARGERS

iMPORtANt SAFEtY			permanently affix charger to any
iNStRuCtiONS FOR BAttERY			surface. The charger is intended to use
ChARGERS			on a flat, stable surface (i.e., table top,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This		•	bench top).
manual contains important safety			Do not operate charger with
instructions for battery chargers.			damaged cord or plug — have them
• Before using charger, read all instructions		•	replaced immediately.
	and cautionary markings on charger, battery		Do not operate charger if it has
	pack, and product using battery pack.		received a sharp blow, been
			dropped, or otherwise damaged
	WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not		in any way. Take it to an authorized
allow any liquid to get inside charger.			service center.
	CAUTION: Burn hazard. To	•	Do not disassemble charger; take it
reduce the risk of injury, charge only			to an authorized service center when
designated Black+Decker batteries.			service or repair is required. Incorrect
Other types of batteries may burst			reassembly may result in a risk of
causing personal injury and damage.		•	electric shock, electrocution or fire.
			Disconnect the charger from
	CAUTION: Under certain		the outlet before attempting any
conditions, with the charger plugged in to			cleaning. This will reduce the risk of
the power supply, the charger can be			electric shock. Removing the battery
shorted by foreign material. Foreign		•	pack will not reduce this risk.
materials of a conductive nature such as,			NEVER attempt to connect 2
but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum			chargers together.
foil, or any buildup of metallic particles		• The charger is designed to operate on
should be kept away from charger			standard household electrical power
cavities. Always unplug the charger from			(120 Volts). Do not attempt to use it on
the power supply when there is no battery			any other voltage.
pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before		Important safety
attempting to clean.
•	WARNING:	InstructIons for
	DO NOT attempt to charge the battery	battery packs
	pack with any chargers other than the		WARNING: For safe operation,
	ones in this manual. The charger and	read this manual and manuals originally
	battery pack are specifically designed to	supplied with tool before using the charger.
	work together.	The battery pack is not fully charged out
• These chargers are not intended for any		of the carton. Before using the battery
	uses other than charging designated	pack and charger, read the safety
	Black+Decker rechargeable	instructions below. Then follow charging
	batteries. Any other uses may result in risk	procedures outlined.
	of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
			Read all Instructions
• WARNING: The charger supplied with		•
			Do not incinerate the battery pack
	this product is intended to be plugged in		even if it is severely damaged or
	such that it is correctly orientated in a
			is completely worn out. The battery
	vertical or floor mount position.
			pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes
•	Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
			and materials are created when battery
•	Pull by plug rather than cord when
			packs are burned.
	disconnecting charger. This will reduce
	risk of damage to electric plug and cord.	• Do not charge or use battery in
• Make sure that cord is located so that it			explosive atmospheres, such as in the
	will not be stepped on, tripped over, or		presence of flammable liquids, gases or
	otherwise subjected to damage or stress.		dust. Inserting or removing the battery from
• Do not use an extension cord unless			the charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
	it is absolutely necessary. Use of	• If battery contents come into contact
	improper extension cord could result in		with the skin, immediately wash area
•	risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution.		with mild soap and water. If battery liquid
	Do not place any object on top of		gets into the eye, rinse water over the
	charger or place the charger on		open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation
	a soft surface that might block		ceases. If medical attention is needed,
	the ventilation slots and result in		the battery electrolyte for Li-ion batteries
	excessive internal heat. Place the		is composed of a mixture of liquid organic
	charger in a position away from any	•	carbonates and lithium salts.
	heat source. The charger is ventilated		Contents of opened battery cells may
	through slots in the top and the bottom		cause respiratory irritation. Provide
•	of the housing.		fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek
	Do not mount charger on wall or		medical attention.

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