Westfalia ADLK36 Original Instructions Manual page 14

Additional Battery and Charger Safety Notes
▪ WARNING: Li-Ion batteries, if incorrectly used, stored or charged are a fire,
burn and explosion hazard.
Use the battery charger correctly
▪ Refer to the section of this manual relating to use of the battery charger
before attempting to charge the battery.
▪ Do not attempt to use the charger with other batteries. Keep the battery
charger clean; Foreign objects and dirt can cause a short circuit and block the
ventilation holes. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
overheating or fire.
▪ Allow batteries to cool for 15 minutes after charging or heavy use. Failure to
follow these instructions may cause overheating or fire.
▪ Use only chargers recommended by the manufacturer to charge the
batteries. If a charger is not suitable for a certain kind of battery there is a risk
of fire.
▪ Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
▪ Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
▪ The device is designed for operation in altitudes of up to 2000 m above sea
level. Keep the battery out of reach of children. When not in use batteries
should be stored at room temperature (approx. 20˚ C).
▪ Do not open, disassemble, crush, heat above 60° C or incinerate. Do not
dispose of in fire or similar.
▪ Keep the battery 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.
▪ If used incorrectly, liquid may leak from the battery. Avoid contact with it. In
case of accidental contact, rinse with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
▪ Be careful when using the unit near flammable or easy fusible materials such
as plastics or glass. Do not direct the unit for long time at the same place.
Never point the running unit to people, animals, plants, flammable objects or
liquids.
▪ Do not use the unit in explosive atmosphere.
▪ Be aware that heat may be conducted to combustible materials that are out
of sight.
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