DeWalt DC901 Instructions Manual page 38

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The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic
Protection System engages. If this occurs, place the
Li-Ion battery on the charger until it is fully charged.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to
include catalogue number, voltage and amp hour.
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
• 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.
• Charge the battery packs only in D
chargers.
• 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 40 ˚C (such as outside sheds or
metal buildings in summer).
DANGER: 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.
CAUTION: When not in use, place
tool on its side on a stable surface
where it will not cause a tripping or
falling hazard. Some tools with large
battery packs will stand upright on the
battery pack but may be easily knocked
over.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION
(Li-Ion)
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it
is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic
fumes and materials are created when lithium ion
battery packs are burned.
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• If battery contents come into contact with the
skin, immediately wash area with mild soap
and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse
water over the open eye for 15 minutes or until
irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed,
the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture
of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If
symptoms persists, seek medical attention.
Transportation
D WALT batteries comply with all applicable shipping
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regulations as prescribed by industry and legal
standards which include UN Recommendations on
the Transport of Dangerous Goods; International
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Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods
Regulations, International Maritime Dangerous Goods
(IMDG) Regulations, and the European Agreement
Concerning The International Carriage of Dangerous
Goods by Road (ADR). Lithium-ion cells and
batteries have been tested to section 38.3 of the UN
Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous
Goods Manual of Tests and Criteria.
In most instances, shipping a D
will be excepted from being classified as a fully
regulated Class 9 Hazardous material. In general, the
two instances that require shipping Class 9 are:
1. Air shipping more than two D
battery packs when the package contains only
battery packs (no tools), and
2. Any shipment containing a lithium-ion battery
with an energy rating greater than 100 watt hours
(Wh). All lithium-ion batteries have the watt hour
rating marked on the pack.
Regardless of whether a shipment is considered
excepted or fully regulated, it is the shipper's
responsibility to consult the latest regulations for
packaging, labeling/marking and documentation
requirements.
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fire if the
battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with
conductive materials. When transporting batteries,
make sure that the battery terminals are protected
and well insulated from materials that could contact
them and cause a short circuit.
The information provided in this section of the manual
is provided in good faith and believed to be accurate
at the time the document was created. However,
no warranty, expressed or implied, is given. It is
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid
may be flammable if exposed to spark or
flame.
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