Disposal Of The Exhausted Battery - Hitachi DS 13DV2 Instruction Manual And Safety Instructions

1. NEVER disassemble the battery.
2. NEVER incinerate the battery, even if it is damaged or is completely worn out.
The battery can explode in a fire.
3. NEVER short-circuit the battery.
4. NEVER insert any objects into the battery charger's air vents. Electric shock or
damage to the battery charger may result.
5. NEVER charge outdoors. Keep the battery away from direct sunlight and use
only where there is low humidity and good ventilation.
6. NEVER charge when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
7. NEVER connect two battery chargers together.
8. NEVER insert foreign objects into the hole for the battery or the battery charger.
9. NEVER use a booster transformer when charging.
10. NEVER use an engine generator or DC power to charge.
11. NEVER store the battery or battery charger in places where the temperature
may reach or exceed 104°F (40°C).
12. ALWAYS operate charger on standard household electrical power (120 volts).
Using the charger on any other voltage may overheat and damage
the charger.
13. ALWAYS wait at least 15 minutes between charges to avoid overheating the
charger.
14. ALWAYS disconnect the power cord from its receptacle when the charger is
not in use.

DISPOSAL OF THE EXHAUSTED BATTERY

WARNING:
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OTHER USERS OF THIS TOOL!
Do not dispose of the exhausted battery. The battery must
explode if it is incinerated. The product that you have pur-
chased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recy-
clable. At the end of it's useful life, under various state and
local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the
municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste
officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper
disposal.
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