Safety Information - Kobalt KPC 2040-06 Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

General Use
WARNING
• Read all the instructions before using the product.
• To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when a product is used near children.
• Know how to stop the product and bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
• Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
• Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Keep operating area clear of all persons.
• Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times.
• Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual.
• Risk of Injection or Injury– DO NOT DIRECT DISCHARGE STREAM AT PERSONS.
• Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery
pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or
energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
appliance accidentally.
• For use only with KB 240C-06 battery.
• For use only with KRC 40-06 charger.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it 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.
• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 265°F may cause explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the
temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of
the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
• Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts .This
will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as applicable) except as
indicated in the instructions for use and care.
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