Specific Safety Instructions For Lithium Ion (Li-Ion); The Rbrc Seal - DeWalt DCF682 Instruction Manual

notinsert into thecharge_ Donotcrush, drop ordamage the battery
pack. Donotuse abattery pack orcharger that h as received asharp
blow, been dropped, runover o rdamaged inany way (e.g., piemed
with a nail, hitwithahammed stepped on). D amaged battery packs
should b eretumed tothe service center forrecycling.
NOTE: Battery storage and carrying caps are provided for
use whenever the battery is out of the tool or charger.
Remove cap before placing battery in charger or tool.
WARNING." Fire hazard. Do not store or carry the
battery pack so that metal objects can contact
exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place
the battery pack 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 Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations
(HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in commeme or on
airplanes (e.g., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS
they are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting
individual battery packs, make sure that the battery terminals are
protected and well insulated from materials that could contact them
and cause a short circuit.
SPECiFiC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION (Li=lon)
• 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
lithium ion battery packs are burned.
• 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 electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic
carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory
irritation. Provide fresh ai_ If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention.
i_,WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if
exposed to spark or flame.
The RBRC
TM
Seal
The RBRC
TM
(Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp-
oration) Seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride or lithium ion batteries (or battery packs)
indicate that the costs to recycle these batteries
(or battery packs) at the end of their useful life have
already been paid by DEWALT. In some areas, it is
illegal to place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium
ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the
RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious alternative.
RBRC
TM,
in cooperation with DEWALT and other battery users, has
established programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate
the collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium
ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural
resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride or lithium ion batteries to an authorized DE, WALT service
center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact
your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the
spent battery.
RBRC
TM
is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation.