Important Safety Instructions For All Battery Packs; Important Safety Instructions For All Battery Chargers - DeWalt DCG412 Manual De Instrucciones

Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include the
catalog number and voltage.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the
battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below and then
follow charging procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery pack from the charger may ignite the
dust or fumes.
• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO NOT
modify the battery pack in any way to fit into a non-compatible
charger as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal
injury.
• Charge the battery packs only in designated D
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 104 °F (40 °C)
(such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer). For best
life store battery packs in a cool, dry location.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with the trigger
switch locked on. Never tape the trigger switch in the ON
position.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the battery pack for
any reason. If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not
insert into the charger. Do not crush, drop or damage the 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 (e.g., pierced with a
nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be
returned to the service center for recycling.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION (Li-Ion)
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can
explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when lithium
ion battery packs are burned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the 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 is
composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause 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.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers
WALT chargers.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety
and operating instructions for battery chargers.
• Before using the charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on the charger, battery pack and product using the battery
pack.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside the
charger. Electric shock may result.
CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
D WALT rechargeable battery packs. Other types of batteries may
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overheat and burst resulting in personal injury and property damage.
NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged into the
power supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign
materials of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to, grinding
dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil or any buildup of metallic
particles should be kept away from the charger cavities. Always unplug
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