Hitachi DS 14DVB Technical And Service Manual page 9

(7) Do not attempt to disassemble the Storage Battery or the Charger.
Special devices, such as a thermostat, are built into the storage battery and charger to permit rapid charging.
Incorrect parts replacement and/or wiring will cause malfunctions which could result in fire or other hazards.
Instruct the customer to bring these units to an authorized service center in the event repair or replacement is
necessary.
(8) Disposal of the Type EB 1414, EB 14B or EB 1430H Storage Battery
Ensure that all customers understand that Type EB 1414, EB 14B or EB 1430H Storage Batteries should be
returned to the Hitachi power tool sales outlet or the authorized service center when they are no longer
capable of being recharged or repaired. If thrown into a fire, the batteries may explode, or, if discarded
indiscriminately, leakage of the cadmium compound contained in the battery may cause environmental
pollution.
B. Caution plates
(1) The following precautions are listed on the Name Plate attached to the main body of each tool.
For the U.S.A. and Canada
(2) The following cautions are listed on the Name Plate attached to each Type EB 1414, EB 14B or EB 1430H
Storate Battery.
For Europe
For the U.S.A.
(3) The following caution is listed on the Name Plate attached to the Model UC 24YFA Charger.
For the U.S.A and Canada
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Use HITACHI charger UC 24YFA for recharging.
EB 14, EB 18 series and EB 24B. Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and damage.
types EB 7, EB 9, EB 12,
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