2.1
Safety precautions for the charger
!
Danger from improper charger use!
• Keep the charger clean.
• Only store the charger in a temperature range of 0 °C
to +35 °C.
• Only charge the batteries with the charger supplied with
the tool.
• Only charge the battery that is supplied with the tool or
the approved batteries described in the "Technical speci
fications" section. There is a risk of fire and explosion.
➔ "8. Technical specifications" on page 32
2.2
Safety precautions for rechargeable
battery
!
Danger from improper battery use!
• Do not open the tool or the battery. This could cause
a short circuit. The rechargeable battery must not be
removed. In the event of problems, contact your retailer.
• Vapours may escape if the battery is used improperly or
damaged. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell and pro
vide fresh air. The vapours may cause respiratory irritation.
• When taking out of use for a prolonged period of time,
put the tool away with the battery charged. This will
prolong the life of the lithiumion rechargeable battery.
• Protect rechargeable battery from moisture and water.
• Store rechargeable battery at an ambient temperature
of 20 °C to +50 °C.
• Protect rechargeable battery from direct sunlight (e.g. in
a motor vehicle).
– The lithiumion rechargeable battery can be recharged at
any time without shortening its lifespan. Interrupting the
charge cycle will not damage the rechargeable battery.
• If the operating time of the fully charged battery is great
ly reduced, replace the rechargeable battery.
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