The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to
Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
1. This manual contains instructions for battery charger
model BC1880. Do not substitute any other charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2)
battery pack, and (3) product using battery.
3. CAUTION — To reduce the risk of injury, charge
only Bosch or AMPShare rechargeable batteries
listed on page 5. Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and damage.
4. Charge battery pack in temperatures above +32
degrees F (0 degrees C) and below +113 degrees
F (45 degrees C). Store tool and battery pack in
locations where temperatures will not exceed
120 degrees F (49 degrees C). This is important to
prevent serious damage to the battery cells.
5. Do not recharge battery in damp or wet
environment. Do not expose charger to rain or
snow. Water entering battery charger may result in
electric shock or fire.
6. Battery leakage may occur under extreme usage
or temperature conditions. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. The battery liquid is caustic and could cause
chemical burns to tissues. If liquid comes in contact
with skin, wash quickly with soap and water. If the
liquid contacts your eyes, flush them with water for a
minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical attention.
7. Place charger on flat nonflammable surfaces and
away from flammable materials when recharging
battery pack. Carpeting and other heat insulating
surfaces block proper air circulation which may cause
overheating of the charger and battery pack. If smoke
or melting of the charger or battery pack is observed,
unplug the charger immediately and do not use the
Safety Symbols
these symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
"SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS"
Charger Safety Rules
battery pack or charger. Contact customer service
immediately.
8. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress. Damaged plug and cord may result
in electric shock or fire.
9. Disconnect the charger by pulling the plug
rather than the cord. Do not operate charger
with damaged cord or plug; have them replaced
immediately. Damaged plug or cord may result in
electric shock or fire.
10. Do not insert battery pack in charger if battery
pack case is cracked. Using damaged battery pack
may result in electric shock or fire.
11. Do not disassemble charger or operate the
charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped or otherwise damaged in anyway. Incorrect
reassembly or damage may result in electric shock or fire.
12. Before each use, check the battery charger,
cable and plug. If damage is detected, do not
use the battery charger. Never open the battery
charger yourself, take it to a Bosch Factory Service
Center, or qualified serviceman only using original
spare parts. Incorrect reassembly may result in
electric shock or fire.
13. Do not use attachments not recommended or
sold by Bosch. Using attachments not recommended
may result in electric shock or fire.
14. Do not store battery pack in charger. Battery
pack stored in charger over a long period of time could
lead to battery pack damage and fire.
15. Unplug charger from outlet before storage,
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