Important Safety Instructions For Battery Packs - DeWalt DW005 Instruction Manual

• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before
attempting any cleaning. Removing the battery pack will not reduce
this risk.
• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together.
• DO NOT store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where
the temperature may reach or exceed 105°F (such as outside sheds
or metal buildings in summer).
• The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical
power (120 Volts). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage!
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Important Safety Instructions for Battery
Packs
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton! First read the
safety instructions below. Then follow charging notes and procedures.
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or
is completely worn out.The battery pack can explode in a fire.
• A small leakage of liquid from the battery pack cells may occur
under extreme usage or temperature conditions. This does not
indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this
leakage gets on your skin:
a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
c. If battery liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water
for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical
attention. (Medical note: The liquid is 25-35% solution of
potassium hydroxide.)
• Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic
housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, immediately
discontinue use and do not recharge.
• Do not carry extra battery packs in aprons, pockets, or tool boxes
along with other metal objects. Battery pack could be short
circuited causing damage to the battery pack and possibly causing
severe burns or fire.
• Charge the battery packs only in D
• DO NOT probe pack with conductive objects.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Maintain clean and open vent holes.
• NOTE: Review and observe all of the "Important Charging Notes"
in the charger instruction section of this manual.
• NOTE: The batteries in your battery pack are the nickel–cadmium
type. Cadmium is considered to be a toxic material by the Environ-
mental Protection Agency. Before disposing of damaged or worn
out Nickel–Cadmium battery packs, check with your state
Environmental Protection Agency to find out about special
restrictions on the disposal of these battery packs or return them to
a D WALT certified service center for recycling.
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Battery Packs
Your tool uses a 24 Volt D
replacement battery packs, be sure to include catalog number and
voltage.
CAUTION: Some tools with large battery packs will stand upright
on the battery pack but may be easily knocked over. When not in use,
place tool on its side on a stable surface where it will not cause a
tripping or falling hazard.
NOTE: Battery storage and carrying caps are provided
for use whenever the battery is out of the tool or
charger. Remove cap before placing battery in charger
or tool.
WARNING: Do not store or carry battery so that
metal objects can contact exposed battery
terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool
boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc. with loose nails, screws, keys,
etc. without battery cap. Without cap in place, battery could short circuit
causing fire or burns or damage to battery.
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