❏Unplug the charger after four hours of charging, whether the batteries are fully charged or not.
❏Do not insert batteries into wall outlets or other power sources such as car cigarette lighter sockets.
❏Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly to a battery.
❏To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not cover the charger with a blanket or other covering that may give off an electrical charge.
❏If battery acid gets into your eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly with water and seek medical treatment. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical treatment immediately.
Safety information for United Kingdom users
wWarning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the
appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
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