Charger Safety - Oregon HT250 Original Instruction Manual

OREGON® Cordless Tool System
HEDGE TRIMMER MODEL HT250
• Use only the charger specifically
designed for the battery pack, and
follow the safety precautions described
in "Charger Safety" Using another
charger can damage safety features,
cause extremely high current and
voltage charging, and lead to abnormal
chemical reactions
• Do not use OREGON® branded battery
packs in non-OREGON® branded tools
• Do not strike, pierce, or throw the
battery pack, and do not use a damaged
or deformed battery pack
• If recharging fails, do not attempt to
recharge
• If the battery pack gives off an odor,
generates heat, or is discolored,
deformed, or abnormal in any way
during use, recharging, or storage,
immediately remove from the hedge
trimmer or charger
• Any liquid leaking from the battery is
corrosive, can damage eyes and skin,
and may be toxic if swallowed

CHARGER SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT
INTENDED FOR USE BY PERSONS
(INCLUDING CHILDREN) WITH
REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY OR
MENTAL CAPABILITIES, OR LACK
OF KNOWLEDGE, UNLESS THEY
HAVE BEEN GIVEN SUPERVISION
OR INSTRUCTION BY A PERSON
RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR SAFETY.
CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED
TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PLAY
WITH THE APPLIANCES.
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WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. WHEN USED OUTDOORS,
INSTALL ONLY TO A COVERED CLASS
A GFCI PROTECTED RECEPTACLE
THAT IS WEATHERPROOF WITH
THE POWER UNIT CONNECTED TO
THE RECEPTACLE. IF ONE IS NOT
PROVIDED, CONTACT A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN FOR PROPER
INSTALLATION. ENSURE THAT THE
POWER UNIT AND CORD DO NOT
INTERFERE WITH COMPLETELY
CLOSING THE RECEPTACLE COVER.
CAUTION: USE THIS CHARGER
ONLY WITH THE SUPPLIED POWER
CORD, MAKING SURE THAT THE
INPUT PLUG CORRECTLY MATES TO
THE OUTPUT RECEPTACLE.
When using electrical products, basic
precautions should always be practiced
including the following:
• Read and follow all safety instructions
before use. Read and follow all instructions
that are on the product or provided with the
product.
• Save these instructions.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use
the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not expose the charger to rain.
For indoor use only.
• Do not use within 10 feet (3 m) of a
pool.
• Do not use in a bathroom.
SAFETY RULES
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