Important Safety Instructions For Battery Packs - Black & Decker LST220FC Instruction Manual

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the top and the bottom of the housing.
f do not mount charger on wall or permanently affix
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charger to any surface. The charger is intended to
use on a flat, stable surface (i.e., table top, bench top).
f do not operate charger with damaged cord or
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plug: have them replaced immediately.
f do not operate charger if it has received a sharp
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blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any
way. Take it to an authorized service center.
f do not disassemble charger; take it to an
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authorized service center when service or repair
is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk
of electric shock, electrocution or fire.
f disconnect the charger from the outlet before
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attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk
of electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not
reduce this risk.
f nEVEr attempt to connect 2 chargers together.
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f The charger is designed to operate on standard
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household electrical power (120 Volts). do not
attempt to use it on any other voltage.
IMPorTAnT sAFETY InsTrucTIons
For BATTErY PAcKs
Warning! For safe operation, read this manual and
manuals originally supplied with tool before using the charger.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Before using the battery pack and charger, read the safety
instructions below. Then follow charging procedures outlined.
rEAd ALL InsTrucTIons
f do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is
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severely damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and
materials are created when battery packs are burned.
f do not charge or use battery in explosive
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atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or
removing the battery from the charger may ignite the
dust or fumes.
f If battery contents come into contact with the
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skin, immediately wash area with mild soap and
water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water
over the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation
ceases. If medical attention is needed, the battery
electrolyte for Li-ion batteries is composed of a mixture
of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
f contents of opened battery cells may cause
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respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medical attention.
Warning! Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable
if exposed to spark or flame.
Charge the battery packs only in Black & decker chargers.
f do noT splash or immerse in water or other
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liquids. This may cause premature cell failure.
f do not store or use the tool and battery pack in
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locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 105°F (40˚C) (such as outside sheds or metal
buildings in summer).
Warning! Never attempt to open the battery pack for
any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged,
do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage
battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has
received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged
in any way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer,
stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to
service center for recycling.
Warning! Fire hazard. do not store or carry
battery so that metal objects can contact exposed
battery terminals. For example, do not place battery in
aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers,
etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting
batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery
terminals inadvertently come in contact with
conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools
and the like. The us department of Transportation
Hazardous Material regulations (HMr) actually
prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on
airplanes (i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on
luggage) unLEss they are properly protected from
short circuits. So when transporting individual batteries,
make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well
insulated from materials that could contact them and cause
a short circuit. noTE: LI-ION batteries should not be put in
checked baggage.
storage recommendations
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away
from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
2. Long storage will not harm the battery pack or charger.
charging Procedure
The standard charger provided will charge a fully depeleted
battery in about 30 minutes.
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before
inserting the battery pack.
2. Insert the battery pack into the charger as shown in fig. B.
3. The green LED will flash indicating that the
battery is being charged.
4. The completion of charge is indicated by
the green LED remaining on continuously.
The pack is fully charged and may be used
at this time or left on the charger.
recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible
after use or battery life may be greatly diminished.