DeWalt DXAEOBD Instruction Manual page 7

The RBRC™ Seal
The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on
the nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion batteries (or
battery packs) indicate that the costs to recycle these batteries (or
battery packs) at the end of their useful life have already been paid by
D WALT. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent
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nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion
batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream
and the RBRC program provides an environmentally
conscious alternative.
RBRC™, in cooperation with DeWALT and other battery users, has
established programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate the
collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion
batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources
by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium
ion batteries to an authorized DeWALT service center or to your local
retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center
for information on where to drop off the spent battery.
RBRC™ is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation.
Important Safety Instructions for All
D WALT 20V Battery Pack Chargers
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(optional accessory)
IMPORTANT: Before using the charger, read all instructions and
warnings included with the charger and the battery pack.
WARNING:
Shock hazard: Do not allow any liquid to get inside
the charger. Electric shock may result.
CAUTION:
Burn hazard: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
D WALT rechargeable battery packs. Other types of batteries may
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overheat and burst resulting in personal injury and property damage.
NOTICE:
Always unplug the charger from the power supply when
there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before
attempting to clean.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers
other than the ones in this manual. The charger and battery pack
are specifically designed to work together.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging
D WALT rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of
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fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the
charger to reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug and cord.
• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use
of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock
or electrocution.
• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide a dry location
and use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG) for safety.
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity
of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss
of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge
number, the heavier the cord.
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