▶ When not in use, keep the battery and the charger away from paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that could
cause a short circuit at the battery terminals or the charging contacts.
A short circuit between the battery terminals or charging contacts may
cause injuries (burns) and result in fire.
▶ Do not store the battery on the charger. Always remove the battery from
the charger when the charging operation has completed.
2.3 Careful handling and use of batteries
▶ Comply with the following safety instructions for the safe handling
and use of Li-ion batteries. Failure to comply can lead to skin irritation,
severe corrosive injury, chemical burns, fire and/or explosion.
▶ Use only batteries that are in perfect working order.
▶ Treat batteries with care in order to avoid damage and prevent leakage
of fluids that are extremely harmful to health!
▶ Do not under any circumstances modify or tamper with batteries!
▶ Do not disassemble, crush or incinerate batteries and do not subject
them to temperatures over 80 °C (176 °F).
▶ Never use or charge a battery that has suffered an impact or been
damaged in any other way. Check your batteries regularly for signs of
damage.
▶ Never use recycled or repaired batteries.
▶ Never use the battery or a battery-operated power tool as a striking tool.
▶ Never expose batteries to the direct rays of the sun, elevated tempera-
ture, sparking, or open flame. This can lead to explosions.
▶ Do not touch the battery poles with your fingers, tools, jewelry, or other
electrically conductive objects. This can damage the battery and also
cause material damage and personal injury.
▶ Keep batteries away from rain, moisture and liquids. Penetrating moisture
can cause short circuits, electric shock, burns, fire and explosions.
▶ Use only chargers and power tools approved for the specific battery
type. Read and follow the relevant operating instructions.
▶ Do not use or store the battery in explosive environments.
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