DeWalt DPE3800 Instruction Manual page 10

WARNING: RISk of INjuRy fRom lIftING
WHat can HaPPEn
• Serious injury can result
from attempting to lift too
heavy an object.
cAutIoN: RISk of PRoPeRty DAmAGe
WHat can HaPPEn
• Improperly connected
electrical components may
cause electrical sparking,
resulting in damage to the
unit.
SAvE ThESE InSTrucTIonS
For FuTurE uSE
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
An 18V D WALT battery pack is used to start these units using the
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electric start feature. When ordering replacement battery packs, be
sure to include catalog number and voltage. Consult the chart at the
end of this manual for compatibility of chargers and battery packs.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using
the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below.
Then follow charging procedures outlined.
rEAD ALL InSTrucTIonS
HoW to PrEVEnt It
• The pressure washer is too
heavy to be lifted by one
person. Obtain assistance
from others before lifting.
HoW to PrEVEnt It
• Make sure all connectors and
electrical wires are properly
connected.
• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery from the charger may ignite the
dust or fumes.
• NeveR force battery pack into charger. Do Not modify
battery pack in any way to fit into a non-compatible charger
as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal injury.
Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of
batteries and chargers.
• Charge the battery packs only in D
• Do Not splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 105°f (40˚)
(such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
DANGeR: Electrocution hazard. Never attempt to open the
battery pack for any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or
damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage
battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e.,
pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Electric shock
or electrocution may result. Damaged battery packs should be
returned to service center for recycling.
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
battery so that metal objects can contact exposed
battery terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons,
pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails,
screws, keys, etc. without battery cap. transporting batteries can
possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come
in contact with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand
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WalT chargers.
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