Battery Safety
WARNING: Improper battery care
can cause the battery to leak hazardous
chemicals, overheat, emit smoke, burst,
flare, explode, and/or ignite. Follow these
safety rules.
CAUTION: Do not dispose of the
battery pack in the household waste or
fire. Lithium ion battery packs should be
recycled by a local authorised recycler.
IMPORTANT: Exposure to excessive heat
can cause a loss in performance and/or
service life. Do not expose battery pack to
excessive heat, such as the interior of a
vehicle in hot weather.
Do not attempt to recharge a non-rechargeable
battery pack
• Do not disassemble or modify the battery
pack This can damage safety features
• Do not connect the positive (+) and negative
(-) terminals with metal objects or store the
battery pack with metal objects such as coins
or screws This can cause short-circuiting and
generate enough heat to cause burns
• Do not incinerate the battery pack or expose
to excessive heat This can melt insulation or
damage safety features
• Do not use, charge, or store near heat higher
than 80°C (176°F) This can cause overheating
and internal short-circuiting
• Do not expose to extremely wet conditions
This can damage safety features, cause
extremely high current and voltage charging,
and lead to abnormal chemical reactions
• 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
Trimmer/Edger Model ST275-GSL
Important Safety Information
• 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 odour,
generates heat, or is discoloured, deformed,
or abnormal in any way during use, recharging,
or storage, immediately remove from the
trimmer/edger 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
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.
IMPORTANT: 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.
IMPORTANT: Use this charger only with
the supplied power cord, making sure
that the input plug correctly mates to the
output receptacle.
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