Important Notices - DeWalt DS500 Instruction Manual

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• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory irrita-
tion. Provide fresh air. If symptoms persists, seek medical
attention.
EXTERNAL DISPOSABLE BATTERIES
DS505, DS510
CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION, INJURY, OR FIRE.
Carefully follow all instructions and warnings on the battery label
and package.
• Never use a damaged or worn out battery. Discharged batteries
should be replaced only with high-quality alkaline D-size
batteries for the DS505 or CR123A batteries for the DS510. Do
not use rechargeable batteries or attempt to charge batteries.
• Carefully remove the old, discharged battery. Do not attempt to
open. Do not peel the label from the battery. Never dispose of
a battery in a fire. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with
local regulations.
• Always insert batteries correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -)
marked on the battery and the equipment. When installing the
battery, do not use excessive force. If the battery does not fit,
check to make sure that it matches the polarity markings.
• Never expose the battery terminals to any other metal object.
This can short circuit the battery. Avoid exposure to tempera-
ture extremes. When not in use, store the battery in a cool,
dark, dry place. Keep batteries out of reach of children.
CAUTION: POTENTIAL EQUIPMENT MALFUNCTION OR
FAILURE. Do not operate with a damaged power supply cord or
plug. Damage to the equipment may occur. Protect the power
supply cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the
product. Do not pull on cords or cables. When unplugging the cord
from an electrical outlet, grasp and pull the cord by the plug. If a
cord or plug is damaged, have it replaced immediately.
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CAUTION: POTENTIAL EQUIPMENT MALFUNCTION OR
FAILURE. This equipment is supplied with a wall mount power
supply designed specifically to operate on 120 V 60 Hz. If the cord
is missing or damaged, replace only with D
supply specified for this equipment to avoid product damage.
CAUTION: POTENTIAL EQUIPMENT MALFUNCTION OR
FAILURE. To avoid potential damage caused by a power surge,
utilize a surge protector.
The RBRC™ Seal
The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation) Seal on the unit indicates that the costs
to recycle the battery at the end of its useful life have
already been paid by D WALT.
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RBRC™ in cooperation with D
battery users, has established programs in the
United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent
lithium ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve
natural resources by returning the unit with the spent battery to an
authorized D WALT service center. You may also contact your
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local recycling center for information on where to drop off the unit.
RBRC™ is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation.

Important Notices

• This product is not user serviceable. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the product. Servicing at a D
authorized service center is required to avoid damage to
static sensitive internal components. Unauthorized service will
void the warranty.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Although the noise level and duration of the siren are below
OSHA limits, the loud noise from the sirens may startle the user.
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