SNOWJOE SUNJOE GTS4002C Operator's Manual page 6

5. Do not throw battery packs into an open fire as this poses a
risk of explosion.
6. Do not ignite the battery pack or expose it to fire.
7. Do not exhaustively discharge batteries. Exhaustive
discharge will damage the battery cells. The most common
cause of exhaustive discharge is lengthy storage or non-use
of partially discharged batteries. Stop working as soon
as the performance of the battery falls noticeably or the
electronic protection system triggers.
Place the battery pack in storage only after it has
been fully charged.
8. Protect batteries and the tool from overloads. Overloads
will quickly result in overheating and cell damage inside
the battery housing even if this overheating is not apparent
externally.
9. Avoid damage and shocks. Immediately replace batteries
that have been dropped from a height of more than
3 feet (1 meter) or those that have been exposed to violent
shocks, even if the housing of the battery pack appears
to be undamaged. The battery cells inside the battery may
have suffered serious damage. In such instances,
please read the waste disposal information for proper
battery disposal.
10. If the battery pack suffers overloading and overheating, the
integrated protective cutoff will switch off the equipment for
safety reasons.
IMPORTANT! Do not press the ON/OFF switch any more if
the protective cut-off has been activated. This may damage
the battery pack.
11. Use only original battery packs. The use of other batteries
poses a fire risk and may result in injuries or an explosion.
Information about the charger and the charg-
ing process
1. Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the
battery charger. Be sure to connect the battery charger to
a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate.
Never connect it to a different mains voltage.
2. Protect the battery charger and its cord from damage. Keep
the charger and its cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges. Have damaged cords repaired without delay by a
qualified technician at an authorized Snow Joe
Sun Joe dealer or call the Snow Joe
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service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
3. Electrical plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
grounded appliances. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
4. Keep the battery charger, battery pack(s) and the cordless
tool out of the reach of children.
5. Do not use the supplied battery charger to charge other
cordless tools.
6. During periods of heavy use, the battery pack will become
warm. Allow the battery pack to cool to room temperature
before inserting it into the charger to recharge.
7. Do not overcharge batteries. Do not exceed the maximum
charging times. These charging times only apply to
discharged batteries. Frequent insertion of a charged or
partially charged battery pack will result in overcharging
8. Never use or charge batteries if you suspect that it has
9. Charging batteries at a temperature below 50°F (10°C) will
10. Do not use batteries that have been exposed to heat
11. Do not use batteries that have suffered curvature or
12. Never fully discharge the battery pack (maximum
Protection from environmental influences
1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety goggles.
2. Protect your cordless tool and the battery charger from
3. Do not use the cordless tool or the battery charger near
4. Use the battery charger and cordless tools only in dry
5. Do not keep the battery charger in places where the
6. Protect batteries from overheating. Overloads, overcharging
7. Store the charger and your cordless tool only in dry
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8. Prevent the lithium-ion battery pack from freezing. Battery
9. When handling batteries, be wary of electrostatic charge.
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and cell damage. Do not leave batteries in the charger for
days on end.
been more than 12 months since the last time they were
charged. There is a high probability that the battery pack
has already suffered dangerous damage (exhaustive
discharge).
cause chemical damage to the cells and may cause a fire.
during the charging process, as the battery cells may have
suffered dangerous damage.
deformation during the charging process or those that
exhibit other atypical symptoms (gassing, hissing, cracking,
etc.).
recommended depth of discharge is 80%). A complete
discharge of the battery pack will lead to premature aging
of the battery cells.
moisture and rain. Moisture and rain can cause dangerous
cell damage.
vapors and flammable liquids.
conditions and at an ambient temperature of 40°F – 105°F
(4.5°C – 40.5°C).
temperature is liable to reach over 104°F (40°C). In
particular, do not leave the battery charger in a car that is
parked in the sunshine.
and exposure to direct sunlight will result in overheating and
cell damage. Never charge or work with batteries that have
been overheated – replace them immediately, if possible.
locations with an ambient temperature of 40°F – 105°F
(4.5°C – 40.5°C). Store your lithium-ion battery pack in a
cool, dry place at a temperature of 50°F – 68°F
(10°F – 20°C). Protect the battery pack, charger and
cordless tool from humidity and direct sunlight.
Only place fully charged batteries in storage (charged
to at least 40%).
packs that were stored below 32°F (0°C) for more than
60 minutes must be discarded.
Electrostatic discharges can damage the electronic
protection system and the battery cells. Avoid electrostatic
charging and never touch the battery poles.