Important Safety Instructions For Use Of The Battery And Battery Charger - Hitachi C 14DMR Safety Instructions And Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE BATTERY
AND BATTERY CHARGER
You must charge the battery before you can use the cordless circular saw. Before using the
model UC24YFA/UC24YJ/UC18YG battery charger, be sure to read all instructions and
cautionary statements on it, the battery and in this manual.
REMEMBER: USE ONLY HITACHI BATTERY TYPES EB7 SERIES, EB9 SERIES, EB12 SERIES,
EB14 SERIES, EB18 SERIES, EB24 SERIES. OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY BURST AND
CAUSE INJURY!
Follow these instructions to avoid the risk of injury:
WARNING:
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MAKE THEM AVAILABLE TO
OWNERS OF THIS TOOL!
Improper use of the battery or battery charger can lead to serious injury.
To avoid these injuries:
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