I. IMPORTANT SAFE-
TY INSTRUCTIONS
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1)SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2)Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, bat- tery pack, and product using battery pack.
3)CAUTION
4)Do not expose charger and battery pack to rain or snow or use in damp location.
5)To reduce risk of damaging the electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnect- ing 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 that:
a.pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.
b.extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
c.wire size is large enough for ampere rating of charger as specified below.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE OF
EXTENSION CORDS FOR |
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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 dam- aged cord or plug — replace them immediately.
9)Do not operate charger if it has re- ceived a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service agent.
10)Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified service agent when service or repair is required. Incor- rect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
11)To reduce 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 to- gether. Do not attempt to charge any other cordless tool or battery pack with this charger.
13)Do not attempt to charge the bat- tery pack with any other charger.
14)Do not attempt to disassemble the battery charger and the battery pack housing.
15)Do not store battery pack in loca- tions where the temperature may reach or exceed 50°C (122°F) (such as 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 be explode in a fire.
18)Avoid dangerous environment. Do not use charger in damp or wet lo- cations.
19)The charger is designed to oper- ate on standard household elec- trical power only. Charge only on the voltage indicated on the name- plate. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage!
20)Do not abuse cord. Never carry charger by cord or yank it to discon- nect from outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
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