Black & Decker LSW20 instruction manual Important Safety Instructions For Battery Packs

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Recommended Minimum Wire Size for Extension Cords

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

120VVolts Total0-Length2526of-50Cord51in-100Feet101-150

240V 0-5051-100101-200201-300 MoreAmpereNotRatingmore American Wire Gauge Than Than

0 - 6 18 16 16 14

6 - 10 18 16 14 12

10 - 12 16 16 14 12

12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

• This will reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord.

Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped

• on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of

• fire, electric shock, or electrocution.

Do not place any object on top of charger or place the charger on a soft surface that might block the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat source. The charger is ventilated

• through slots in the top and the bottom of the housing.

Do not mount charger on wall or permanently affix charger to any surface. The charger is intended to use on a flat, stable

• surface (i.e., table top, bench top).

Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — have

• them replaced immediately.

Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an

• authorized service center.

Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized service center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock, electrocution or fire.

•Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock. Removing the

•battery pack will not reduce this risk.

•NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together.

The charger is designed tooperate onstandard household electrical power(120Volts).Do notattempt touseit onany other voltage.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR BATTERY PACKS

WARNING: For safe operation, read this manual and Themanubatteryls originallypack issuppliednot fully withchargedtool beforeout of theusingcartonthe .chargerBefore.using the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below. Then follow charging procedures outlined.

• 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. Toxicfumes 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 battery from the charger may ignite the 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. Battery liquid maybe flammable if exposed to sparkor flame.

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