Caution On Lithium-Ion Battery; Disposal Of The Exhausted Battery - Hitachi DS 18DL User Manual

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CAUTION ON LITHIUM-ION BATTERY

To extend the lifetime, the lithium-ion battery equips with the protection function to stop
the output.
In the cases of 1 and 2 described below, when using this product, even if you are pulling the
switch, the motor may stop. This is not the trouble but the result of protection function.
1. When the battery power remaining runs out (The battery voltage drops to about 12V.),
the motor stops.
In such case, charge it up immediately.
2. If the tool is overloaded, the motor may stop. In this case, release the switch of tool and
eliminate causes of overloading. After that, you can use it again.

DISPOSAL OF THE EXHAUSTED BATTERY

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Do not dispose of the exhausted battery. The battery must explode if it
is incinerated. The product that you have purchased contains a
rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of it's useful
life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of
this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local
solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or
proper disposal.
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