Battery And Charger Safety - Toro 18745TE Operator's Manual

Battery and Charger Safety

General
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WARNING: Risk of fire and electric shock—The
batteries have no user-serviceable parts.
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Confirm the voltage that is available in your
country before using the charger.
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Do not get the charger wet; keep it protected from
rain and snow.
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A risk of fire, electric shock, or injury may result
from using an accessory not recommended or
sold by Toro.
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To reduce risk of a battery explosion, follow these
instructions and the instructions for any equipment
that you intend to use near the charger.
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Batteries could emit explosive gasses if they are
significantly overcharged.
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Refer to an Authorized Service Dealer to service
or replace a battery.
Training
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Never allow children or untrained people to
operate or service the charger. Local regulations
may restrict the age of the operator. The owner
is responsible for training all operators and
mechanics.
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the charger and in the manual before operating
the charger. Be familiar with the proper use of the
charger.
Preparation
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Keep bystanders and children away while
charging.
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Wear appropriate clothing while charging,
including eye protection; long pants; and
substantial, slip-resistant footwear.
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Shut off the machine and wait until the machine
has completely powered down before charging.
Failure to do this may cause arcing.
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Ensure that the area is well ventilated while
charging.
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The charger is for use on only nominal 120 to
240 VAC operation. For use with 240 V circuits,
contact your Authorized Service Dealer for the
correct power cord.
Operation
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Do not charge a frozen battery.
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Do not abuse the cord. Do not carry the charger
by the cord or yank on the power supply cord to
disconnect the charger from the receptacle. Keep
the cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
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Connect the charger directly to a grounding
receptacle. Do not use the charger on an
ungrounded outlet, even with a grounding adapter.
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Do not alter the provided power cord or plug.
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Remove metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with a
lithium-ion battery. A lithium-ion battery can
produce enough current to cause a severe burn.
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Never operate the charger without good visibility
or light.
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Use an extension cord capable of handling 15 A
or more. If you are charging outdoors, use an
extension cord rated for outdoor use.
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If the power supply cord is damaged while it is
plugged in, disconnect the cord from the wall
receptacle and contact an Authorized Service
Dealer for a replacement.
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Unplug the charger from the electrical outlet when
not in use, before moving it to another location, or
prior to servicing it.
Maintenance and Storage
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Store the charger indoors in a dry, secure place
that is out of the reach of unauthorized users.
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Do not disassemble the charger. Take the charger
to an Authorized Service Dealer when service or
repair is required.
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Unplug the power cord from the outlet before
starting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce
risk of electric shock.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels
as needed.
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Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord
or plug. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer to
obtain a replacement cord.
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If the charger has received an impact, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged, do not use it;
take it to an Authorized Service Dealer.
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