General Safety Rules - Craftsman 315.115940 Operator's Manual

WARNING!
Read all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING!
The remote-controlled truck is rec-
ommended for use only by operators 14 years old
and older.
SAvE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
 Operate the truck in a clean and well lit area. Clut-
tered or dark areas invite accidents.
 Keep children and bystanders away while operating
the truck. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
 Do not expose the truck to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering the truck will increase the risk of electric
shock.
 Do not operate battery products in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Battery products create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
 Use battery only with charger listed.
BATTERY PACK
MODEL
(Li-ion)
315.113740
(130285003)
BATTERY PACK
(Ni-Cd)
315.115940
130279003,
130279005
(Item No.
PERSONAL SAFETY
 Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating the truck. Do not
operate while you are tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating the truck may result in
serious personal injury.
 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
 Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before inserting the battery pack.
Carrying the controller with your finger on the switch
or inserting the battery pack with the switch on invites
accidents.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

CHARGER
(Multi-Chemistry)
315.259260
(140351001)
315. 259260
(140351001)
1425301 ( 11041)
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315.115730
(140301003)
11375)
9
315.115720
(140301001)
PRODUCT USE AND CARE
 Do not use the product if the switch does not turn it
on and off. Any product that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
 Disconnect the battery pack from the product
before making any adjustments, changing acces-
sories, or storing the truck. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the truck acciden-
tally.
 Store out of the reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the product or these
instructions to operate the truck. Battery products
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
 Maintain the product. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the truck's opera-
tion. If damaged, have the truck repaired before
use.
 Use the truck, accessories, etc., in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner intended.
 Ensure the switch is in the off position before
inserting battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into
the truck with the switch on invites accidents.
 Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
 Use the truck only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
 When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
 Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery, avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or
burns.
 Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be
recharged.
 Rechargeable batteries are to be charged only
under adult supervision.
 Exhausted batteries should be removed from the
vehicle and the controller.
 Remove the battery pack when the truck is not in
use. Some battery packs can leak chemicals that
can damage electronic parts.
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