as the performance of the battery falls noticeably or the
electronic protection system triggers. Place the battery
packs in storage only after it has been fully charged.
8. Protect the batteries and the tool from overloads.
Overloads will quickly result in overheating and cell damage
inside the battery housing even if this overheating is not
apparent externally.
9. Avoid damage and shocks. Immediately replace batteries
that have been dropped from a height of more than one
meter or those that have been exposed to violent shocks,
even if the housing of the battery pack appears to be
undamaged. The battery cells inside the battery may have
suffered serious damage. In such instances, please read
the waste disposal information for proper battery disposal.
10. If the battery pack suffers overloading and overheating, the
integrated protective cutoff will switch off the equipment
for safety reasons. If this situation happens, stop the tool
and let the battery cool down for a few minutes before
restarting.
IMPORTANT! Do not press the ON/OFF trigger any more if
the protective cut-off has been activated. This may damage
the battery pack.
11. Use only original battery packs. The use of other batteries
poses a fire risk and may result in injuries or an explosion.
Information about the charger and the charg-
ing process
1. Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the
battery charger. Be sure to connect the battery charger to
a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate.
Never connect it to a different mains voltage.
2. Protect the battery charger and its cord from damage. Keep
the charger and its cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges. Have damaged cords repaired without delay by a
qualified technician at an authorized Snow Joe
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dealer or call the All Season Power customer
service center at 1-866-225-9723.
3. Electrical plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
grounded appliances. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
4. Keep the battery charger, battery packs and the cordless
tool out of the reach of children.
5. Do not use the supplied battery charger to charge other
cordless tools.
6. During periods of heavy use, the battery packs will become
warm. Allow the battery packs to cool to room temperature
before inserting them into the charger to recharge.
7. Do not overcharge batteries. Do not exceed the maximum
charging times. These charging times only apply to
discharged batteries. Frequent insertion of a charged or
partially charged battery pack will result in overcharging
and cell damage. Do not leave batteries in the charger for
days on end.
8. Never use or charge batteries if you suspect that it has
been more than 12 months since the last time they were
charged. There is a high probability that the battery pack
has already suffered dangerous damage (exhaustive
discharge).
9. Charging batteries at a temperature below 41°F (5°C) will
cause chemical damage to the cells and may cause a fire.
10. Do not use batteries that have been exposed to heat
during the charging process, as the battery cells may have
suffered dangerous damage.
11. Do not use batteries that have suffered curvature or
deformation during the charging process or those that
exhibit other atypical symptoms (gassing, hissing, cracking,
etc.)
12. Never fully discharge the battery packs (maximum
recommended depth of discharge is 80%). A complete
discharge of the battery pack will lead to premature aging
of the battery cells.
Protection from environmental influences
1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety goggles.
2. Protect your cordless tool and the battery charger from
moisture and rain. Moisture and rain can cause dangerous
cell damage.
3. Do not use the cordless tool or the battery charger near
vapors and flammable liquids.
4. Use the battery charger and cordless tools only in dry
conditions and at an ambient temperature of 50ºF – 104°F
(10°C – 40°C).
5. Do not keep the battery charger in places where the
temperature is liable to reach over 105°F (40.5°C).
In particular, do not leave the battery charger in a car that
is parked in the sunshine.
6. Protect batteries from overheating. Overloads, overcharging
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and exposure to direct sunlight will result in overheating and
cell damage. Never charge or work with batteries that have
been overheated – replace them immediately, if possible.
7. Store the charger and your cordless tool only in dry
locations with an ambient temperature of 50ºF – 104°F
(10°C – 40°C). Store your lithium-ion battery packs in a
cool, dry place at a temperature of 50 – 68°F (10 – 20°C).
Protect the battery packs, charger and cordless tool from
humidity and direct sunlight. Only place fully charged
batteries in storage.
8. Prevent the lithium-ion battery packs from freezing.
Battery packs that were stored below 32°F (0°C) for more
than 60 minutes must be discarded.
9. When handling batteries, be wary of electrostatic charge.
Electrostatic discharges can damage the electronic
protection system and the battery cells. Avoid electrostatic
charging and never touch the battery poles.
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