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Charger safety instructions
DANGER
● Never touch the mains plug and
socket with wet hands. ● Danger of explosion. Do not
charge any non-rechargeable battery. ● Do not charge
the battery pack in an explosion-hazard environment.
● Never insert conductive objects, e.g. screwdrivers or
similar, into the charging socket on the appliance.
WARNING
● Only charge the appliance using
the original charger enclosed or with a charger ap-
proved by KÄRCHER. ● Protect the power cable from
heat, sharp edges, oil and moving parts. ● Do not open
the charger. Repairs are only to be carried out by quali-
fied personnel. ● Only use the charger for charging ap-
proved battery packs. ● Immediately replace a
damaged charger together with charging cable with an
original part. ● The appliance contains electrical com-
ponents - do not clean the appliance under running wa-
ter. ● You may not charge the battery pack for longer
than 24 hours without interruption.
CAUTION
● Do not use the battery pack when
dirty or wet. ● Keep the charger ventilation slits free of
obstructions. ● Do not pull the mains plug out the socket
using the power supply cable. ● Do not carry/transport
the device using the power supply cable.
ATTENTION
● Short circuit hazard. Protect the
contacts of the battery pack from metal parts. ● Only
use and store the charger in dry rooms.
Note
● Information on which type of charger/adapter
is to be used can be found on the type plate of the
charger supplied and/or in the technical data in the op-
erating instructions for the device.
Symbols on the charger
(Depending on the charger)
Protect the device from moisture. Store the
device in a dry place. Do not subject the
device to rain. The device is only suitable
for indoor use.
The device has a built-in fuse. The value
(X) in amperes can be found on the re-
spective charger.
The device meets the requirements of pro-
tection class II.
Battery/battery pack safety instructions
DANGER
● Do not charge the battery pack in explosive atmos-
pheres.
● Do not throw battery packs into a fire or into the
household rubbish.
● Avoid contact with fluid leaking from defective batter-
ies. Immediately rinse off the fluid using water if con-
tact is made, and also consult a doctor in the event of
contact with the eyes.
● Danger of explosion. Do not charge any non-re-
chargeable battery.
WARNING
● Check that the voltage of the battery pack corre-
sponds with the information on the type plate of the
device used.
● Check the battery pack for damages before every op-
eration. Do not use any damaged battery packs.
● Do not charge any damaged battery packs.
● Replace damaged battery packs with battery packs
approved by KÄRCHER.
Does not apply to appliances with a fixed battery
● Do not open the battery pack. Repairs are only to be
carried out by qualified personnel.
● Only charge the battery pack with the approved
chargers.
● Do not charge the battery unattended. Check the con-
dition of the battery and charger regularly during the
charging process.
● Disconnect the charger from the mains and the bat-
tery from the charger and stop using the charger and
battery if you notice a fault, unusual odours or heat
development during charging. Contact the authorized
customer service.
● Do not remove permanently installed batteries.
CAUTION
● Short circuit hazard. Protect the contacts of the bat-
tery pack against metal parts.
● Do not use the battery pack n a dirty or wet condition.
Allow the connections to dry out completely before
using the battery pack.
● Remove the battery pack from the device before car-
rying out any service or care work.
Does not apply to appliances with a fixed battery
ATTENTION
● Short circuit hazard. Do not store the battery packs
together with metal objects.
● Do not submerge the battery in water.
● Protect the battery pack against heat, sharp edges,
oil and moving unit parts.
● Do not subject the battery pack to mechanical stress.
● Store the battery pack in a dry place.
Symbols on the battery pack
(Depending on device/battery type)
Do not throw the battery into water.
Do not throw the battery into fire.
Do not charge defective battery packs.
Only use the battery pack with the approved
chargers. Information on which type of
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charger/adapter is to be used can be found
on the type plate of the charger supplied and/
or in the technical data in the operating in-
structions for the device.
Safety instructions for transportation
The lithium-ion battery is subject to the requirements of
dangerous goods regulations.
The battery pack can be transported by the user in pub-
lic traffic areas without any further restrictions.
When shipping by third parties (transport companies),
special requirements for packaging and labelling must
be observed.
Do not use the battery pack if the casing is damaged.
Tape off open contacts.
Pack the battery tightly and securely. The battery pack
must not be able to move in the packaging.
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