Black & Decker GPC1820L Manual page 7

♦ Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed
when using your tool (example:- working with wood,
especially oak, beech and MDF).
Additional safety instructions for batteries and chargers
Batteries
♦ Never attempt to open for any reason.
♦ Do not expose the battery to water.
♦ Do not expose the battery to heat.
♦ Do not store in locations where the temperature may
exceed 40°C.
♦ Charge only at ambient temperatures between 10°C and
40°C.
♦ Charge only using the charger provided with the
appliance/tool. Using the wrong charger could result in an
electric shock or overheating of the battery.
♦ When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given
in the section "Protecting the environment".
♦ Do not damage/deform the battery pack either by
puncture or impact, as this may create a risk of injury
and fire.
♦ Do not charge damaged batteries.
♦ Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur.
When you notice liquid on the batteries, carefully wipe the
liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact.
♦ In case of skin or eye contact, follow the instructions
below.
Warning! The battery fluid may cause personal injury or
damage to property. In case of skin contact, immediately rinse
with water. If redness, pain or irritation occurs seek medical
attention. In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with clean
water and seek medical attention.
Chargers
Your charger has been designed for a specific voltage. Always
check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on
the rating plate.
Warning! Never attempt to replace the charger unit with a
regular mains plug.
♦ Use your Black & Decker charger only to charge the
battery in the appliance/tool with which it was supplied.
Other batteries could burst, causing personal injury and
damage.
♦ Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
♦ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service
Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
♦ Do not expose the charger to water.
♦ Do not open the charger.
♦ Do not probe the charger.
♦ The charger must be placed in a well ventilated area
when charging.
(Original instructions)
Symbols on the charger
The following symbols are found on your charger:
Your charger is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the
mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate. Never attempt to replace the charger
unit with a regular mains plug.
If the cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker
Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
The charger is intended for indoor use only.
Read the instruction manual before use.
Features
1. On/off switch
2. Lock-off button
3. Main handle
4. Saw head
5. Sprocket cover
6. Guide bar
7. Chain
8. Chain sheath
9. Lubrication bottle
10. Extension tube
11. Battery
Fig. A
12. Charger
Assembly
Warning! Before assembly, remove the battery from the tool.
Fitting and removing the battery (fig. B)
♦ To fit the battery (11), line it up with the receptacle on the
tool. Slide the battery into the receptacle and push until
the battery snaps into place.
♦ To remove the battery, push the release button (13) while
at the same time pulling the battery out of the receptacle.
Warning! To prevent accidental operation, ensure that the
battery is removed and that the chain sheath is in placed on
the saw chain before performing the following operations.
Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury.
Fitting the saw head (fig. C)
The saw head can be fitted directly to the handle in order to
achieve standard reach.
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