Gardena AL 1810 CV P4A Operator's Manual page 14

v Supervise children during use, cleaning and
maintenance. This will ensure that children do not
play with the charger.
v Charge only lithium-ion batteries of the POWER
FOR ALL system type PBA 18V with a capacity
of 1.5 Ah or more (5 battery cells or more). The
battery voltage must match the battery charging
voltage of the charger. Do not charge any nonre-
chargeable batteries.
Otherwise there is a risk of fire and explosion.
v
Only use the battery charger in closed
rooms and keep it away from moisture.
The ingress of water into a battery charger increases
the risk of electric shock.
v Keep the charger clean.
Dirt poses a risk of electric shock.
v Always check the charger, cable and plug before
use. Stop using the charger if you discover any
damage. Do not open the charger yourself, and
have it repaired only by a qualified specialist
using only original replacement parts.
Damaged chargers, cables and plugs increase the
risk of electric shock.
v Do not operate the charger on an easily ignited
surface (e. g. paper, textiles, etc.) or in a flam-
mable environment. There is a risk of fire due to the
charger heating up during operation.
v Only charge the batteries using chargers recom-
mended by the manufacturer or by POWER FOR
ALL system partners. A charger that is suitable for
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one type of battery pack may pose a fire risk when
used with different batteries (Battery type: PBA 18V... /
compatible chargers: AL 18...).
v In case of damage and improper use of the bat-
tery, vapours may also be emitted.
Ensure the area is well ventilated and seek medical
attention should you experience any adverse effects.
The vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
v If used incorrectly or if the battery is damaged,
flammable liquid may escape from the battery.
Contact with this liquid should be avoided.
If contact accidentally occurs, rinse off with
water. If the liquid comes into contact with
your eyes, seek additional medical attention.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
v The battery contacts can be hot after use.
Be careful of the hot contacts when remove the
battery.
v In order to avoid safety hazards, if the power supply
cord needs to be replaced, this must be done by
GARDENA or by a customer service centre that is
authorised to repair GARDENA power tools.
Products sold in GB only:
Your product is fitted with an BS 1363/A approved electric
plug with internal fuse (ASTA approved to BS 1362). If the
plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut
off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an author-
ised customer service agent. The replacement plug should
have the same fuse rating as the original plug. The severed
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