IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY PACKS WARNING: For safe operation, read this manual and manuals
originally supplied with tool before using the charger.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below. Then follow charging procedures outlined.
• | READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS |
Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely | |
| damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can |
| explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when |
| battery packs are burned. |
• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres, such | |
| as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting |
| or removing the batteryfrom the charger may ignitethe dust or fumes. |
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately | |
| wash area with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the |
| eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation |
| ceases. If medical attention is needed, the battery electrolytefor Li- |
| ion batteries is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates |
| and lithium salts. |
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory | |
| irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical |
| attention. |
| WARNING: Burn hazard. Batteryliquidmaybe flammableif |
exposed to sparkor flame. | |
• | Charge the battery packs only in Black & Decker chargers. |
• | DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids. This may |
| cause premature cell failure. |
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
WARNING: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to service center for recycling.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US Department of TransportationHazardous Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes (i.e., packed in suitcases and
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
2. Long storage will not harm the battery pack or charger.
CHARGING PROCEDURE
The standard charger provided will charge a fully depeleted battery in about 8 hours.
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting the battery pack.
where the temperaturemay reach or exceed 105°F (40˚C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
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