Bosch Performance Line User Manual page 9

Safety
WARNING
Risk of fire and explosion!
Rechargeable batteries that have caught fire are very
difficult to extinguish; the cells affected must burn down
in a controlled manner. Responding properly may
prevent severe damages.
• Read the chapter "In an emergency" so that you are
properly prepared.
WARNING
Risk of fire and explosion!
Internal damages to the rechargeable battery may cause
the rechargeable battery to overheat, emit gases or
leak liquids even a significant amount of time after the
damage occurred.
• Have your specialist dealer inspect the rechargeable
battery after falls or severe impacts.
• Do not open, dismantle, drill through or deform the
rechargeable battery.
CAUTION
Danger to health and the environment!
Lithium could be leaked if the rechargeable battery is
damaged. Lithium causes severe burns to the skin.
• Do not touch the damaged rechargeable batteries with
bare hands.
CAUTION
Risk of damage!
Improperly charging the rechargeable battery can
damage the rechargeable battery and the drive.
• Do not charge the rechargeable battery if you suspect
that it is damaged.
• Before charging the rechargeable battery for the first
time, be absolutely sure to read the chapter "Charging
the rechargeable battery".
• Only use the original charger to charge the rechargeable
battery and only under supervision.
• While charging the rechargeable battery, always place it
on non-flammable materials (e.g. stone, glass, ceramics).
• If you are not absolutely sure how to handle lithium
ion rechargeable batteries, have a qualified specialist
explain how to do so.
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