Gardeo GCBE18VCR-LI10L Original Instructions Manual page 29

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on
battery charger,battery, and product using
battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in
a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an
explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out
with clear water and seek medical attention right
away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
Do not touch the terminals with any
conductive material.
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a
container with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
Do not expose battery cartridge to water or
rain.
A battery short can cause a large current flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50° C (122° F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it
is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the battery
cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room
temperature at 10° C - 40° C (50° F - 104° F). Let a ho t
battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge once in every six
months if you do not use it for a long period of
time.
Do not incinerate battery.
Do not expose charger and
battery to temperatures above
Do not expose charger and
Safety Warnings for battery chargers
Keep the battery charger away from
rain or moisture. Penetration of water
in the battery charger increases the
risk of an electric shock.
The following pictograms have been applied to the
charger:
"Class II - The machine is
double insulated; Earthing wire
is therefore not necessary
Only use the battery charger
Fail-safe isolating transformer.
- Only charge GARDEO lithium ion batteries or
batteries installed in GARDEO products with
the voltages listed in the technical data.
Otherwise there is danger of fire and explo-
sion.
- Keep the battery charger clean. Contamina-
tion can lead to danger of an electric shock.
- Before each use, check the battery charger,
cable and plug. If damage is detected, do
not use the battery charger. Never open the
battery charger yourself. Have repairs per-
formed only by a qualified technician and
only using original spare parts. Damaged
battery chargers, cables and plugs increase
the risk of an electric shock.
50 ° C.
battery to water.
indoors.
Cut-out switch.
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