Storage
ance, severe penalties can be imposed on the
sender and possibly the transporter.
Additional notes on transport and shipment
■
Only transport or send the li-ion rechargeable
battery in an undamaged condition.
■
For transporting the rechargeable battery, on-
ly use the original cardboard box or a suitable
hazardous goods cardboard box (not re-
quired for rechargeable batteries with a nomi-
nal energy less than 100 Wh).
■
Tape off exposed rechargeable battery con-
tacts to avoid a short circuit.
■
Secure the rechargeable battery against
shifting in the packaging to avoid damage to
the rechargeable battery.
■
Ensure the correct marking and documenta-
tion of the shipment for transport or shipping
(e.g. by parcel service or freight forwarding).
■
Check in advance that transport with the se-
lected service provider is possible and indi-
cate the shipment.
We recommend involving a hazardous goods
specialist in preparation of the shipment. Also
heed any further national regulations.
10 STORAGE
10.1 Storing the appliance
■
Thoroughly clean the appliance and its ac-
cessories after each use and – if present –
attach all covers.
■
Store the appliance in a dry place protected
against frost.
■
Keep out of the reach of children and unau-
thorised persons.
Carry out the following jobs before intervals in
work lasting longer than 30 days:
■
Clean the cutting blade and spray with corro-
sion protection oil.
■
Thoroughly clean the appliance and store it in
a dry place.
10.2 Storing the rechargeable battery and
charging unit
NOTE For detailed information, heed the
separate operating instructions for the recharge-
able battery and for the charging unit.
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11 DISPOSAL
Information on the German Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Act (ElectroG)
■
Electrical and electronic appliances do
not belong in household waste, but
should be collected and disposed of
separately.
■
Used batteries or rechargeable batteries that
are not installed permanently in the old appli-
ance must be removed before disposal. Their
disposal is regulated by the battery law.
■
Owners or users of electrical and electronic
appliances are obliged by law to return them
after use.
■
The end user bears personal responsibility
for deleting his personal data from the old ap-
pliance to be disposed of.
The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin
means that electrical and electronic appliances
may not be disposed of in the household rubbish.
Electrical and electronic appliances can be hand-
ed in at the following places at no charge:
■
Public service disposal or collection points
(e.g. municipal building yards)
■
Points of sale of electrical appliances (sta-
tionary and online) provided traders are
obliged to take them back or offer this volun-
tarily.
These statements only apply to appliances that
are installed and sold in the countries of the Eu-
ropean Union and are subject to European Direc-
tive 2012/19/EU. Different provisions may apply
to the disposal of electrical and electronic appli-
ances in countries outside the European Union.
Information on the German Battery Act
(BattG)
■
Used batteries and rechargeable bat-
teries do not belong in household
waste, but should be collected and dis-
posed of separately.
■
For safe removal of batteries or rechargeable
batteries from the electrical appliance and for
information on their type or chemical system,
follow the further information within the oper-
ating or installation instructions.
■
Owners or users of batteries and recharge-
able batteries are obliged by law to return
them after use. Return is limited to the han-
dover of customary household quantities.
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