Caution On Lithium-Ion Battery - Hitachi CR 18DL Handling Instructions Manual

5) Battery tool use and care
a) 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.
b) Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk
of injury and fire.
c) 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.
d) 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.
6) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
PRECAUTION
Keep children and infirm persons away.
When not in use, tools should be stored out of reach of
children and infirm persons.
PRECAUTIONS ON USING CORDLESS
RECIPROCATING SAW
1. Always charge the battery at a temperature of 10 –
40°C. A temperature of less than 10°C will result in
over charging which is dangerous. The battery cannot
be charged at a temperature higher than 40°C.
The most suitable temperature for charging is that
of 20 – 25°C.
2. Do not use the charger continuously.
When one charging is completed, leave the charger for
about 15 minutes before the next charging of battery.
3. Do not allow foreign matter to enter the hole for
connecting the rechargeable battery.
4. Never disassemble the rechargeable battery and
charger.
5. Never short-circuit the rechargeable battery. Short-
circuiting the battery will cause a great electric
current and overheat. It results in burn or damage
to the battery.
6. Do not dispose of the battery in fire.
If the battery is burnt, it may explode.
7. When using this unit continuously, the unit may
overheat, leading to damage in the motor and
switch. Please leave it without using it for
approximately 15 minutes.
8. Do not insert object into the air ventilation slots
of the charger.
Inserting metal objects or inflammables into the
charger air ventilation slots will result in electrical
shock hazard or damaged charger.
9. Using an exhausted battery will damage the charger.
10. Prior to cutting into walls, ceillings or floors, ensure
there are no electric cables or conduits inside.
11. Bring the battery to the shop from which it was
purchased as soon as the post-charging battery
life becomes too short for practical use. Do not
dispose of the exhausted battery.
12. Wear earplugs to protect your ears during operation.
13. Do not touch the blade during or immediately
after operation. The blade becomes very hot during
operation and could cause serious burns.
14. Always hold the body handle and front cover of
the power tool firmly. Otherwise the counterforce
produced may result in inaccurate and even
dangerous operation.
15. Remove the battery from tool or place the switch in
the locked or off position before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tools.

CAUTION ON LITHIUM-ION BATTERY

To extend the lifetime, the lithium-ion battery equips
with the protection function to stop the output.
In the cases of 1 and 2 described below, when using
this product, even if you are pulling the switch, the
motor may stop. This is not the trouble but the result
of protection function.
1. When the battery power remaining runs out (The
battery voltage drops to about 12V (CR18DL)), the
motor stops.
In such case, charge it up immediately.
2. If the tool is overloaded, the motor may stop. In
this case, release the switch of tool and eliminate
causes of overloading. After that, you can use it
again.
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