Gardena QC18 Operator's Manual page 4

WARNING!
Minimize the risk of electric shock or short
circuit as follows:
v Do not try to dismantle the battery charger. Never
connect the charger terminals to metal objects as
this can short circuit the battery charger. Use
approved and intact wall sockets.
Inspect the product for damage before use.
Regularly check that the battery charger con nec tion wire is
intact and that there are no cracks in it.
Do not carry the battery charger using the cord and do not
pull out the plug by pulling the cord.
Keep all cables and extension leads away from water, oil
and sharp edges. Make sure the cable is not jammed
in doors, fences or the like. Otherwise it can cause the
charger to become live.
Do not clean the battery or the battery charger with water.
Children shall not play with the product.
When charging, the charger must be placed in a well
ventilated area and under a roof to keep out moisture.
Use and store battery charger only indoors.
Disconnect the charger after usage.
WARNING!
v Do not charge non rechargeable batteries in the
battery charger or use them in the product.
RISK OF EXPLOSION!
Protect batteries from heat and fire. Do not leave
on radiators or expose to strong sunshine for long
periods.
Do not operate in explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Batteries may create sparks which could ignite the dust or
fumes.
FIRE RISK!
v The battery to be charged must be placed on a
non-flammable, heat resistant and non-con-
ductive surface while charging.
Keep corrosive, flammable and easily combus-
tible objects clear of the battery charger and the
battery. Do not cover the battery charger and the
battery while charging.
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Disconnect the battery charger immediately in
the event of smoke formation or fire.
If you notice fire: Extinguish the flames with
oxygen reducing materials.
Use the battery charger only when the surrounding temper-
ature is between 5 °C and 40 °C.
Use the charger in an environment which is well ventilated,
dry and free from dust.
Do not use:
• a faulty or damaged battery charger.
• the battery in the battery charger outdoors.
Do not charge:
• or never use a faulty, damaged or deformed battery.
• the battery in the rain or in wet conditions.
• the battery in direct sunlight.
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock and short circuiting!
v Use approved and intact wall sockets. Make sure
that the cable is not damaged. Replace cable if it
appears to be damaged in any way.
Use or stow the battery charger in such way so that
the risk of stumbling on the cable does not occur.
Connect the battery charger to the voltage and
frequency specified on the rating plate.
Use a residual current device (RCD) when you use
the battery charger.
Storage:
Stow the battery charger where the temperature is between
5 °C and 45 °C and never in direct sunlight.
Stow the battery charger only in an enclosed and dry
space.
Be sure to store the battery separate from the battery
charger.
Additional safety warnings:
DANGER! This product makes an electromagnetic field
while it operates. This field may under some conditions
interfere with active or passive medical implants.
To decrease the risk of conditions that can possibly injure
or kill, we recommend persons with medical implants
to speak with their physician and the medical implant
manufacturer before you operate the product.
DANGER! Small parts can be easily swallowed. There is
also a risk that the polybag can suffocate toddlers. Keep
toddlers away when you assemble the product.