SAFETY INFORMATION
• DO NOT attempt to clear clogs from unit without first removing battery.
• USE ONLY as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
• DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust,
lint, hair and everything that may reduce air flow.
• KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• DO NOT immerse any part of the unit in liquid.
• DO NOT handle charger, including charger plug, and charger terminals with wet hands.
• KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY from the work area a minimum of 30
feet (10 meters) when starting or operating the unit.
• INSPECT THE AREA before using the unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks,
glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during opera-
tion.
• USE ONLY charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
• EXERCISE CARE in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials
such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
• DO NOT OPEN OR MUTILATE the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
• DO NOT CHARGE the unit outdoors.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock; do not expose to rain, do not use on wet sur-
faces. Store indoors.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger.
CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only designated Westinghouse batter-
ies. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power supply, the charger
can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited
to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger
cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavi-
ty. Unplug charger before attempting to clean.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than the ones in this manual.
The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work together.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging designated Westinghouse re-
chargeable batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• DO NOT expose charger to rain or snow.
• Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. This will reduce risk of damage to elec-
tric plug and cord.
• Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subject-
ed to damage or stress.
• DO NOT use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord
could result in risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution.
• DO NOT operate charger with damaged cord or plug — have them replaced immediately.
• DO NOT operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in
any way. Take it to an authorized service center.
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