DeWalt D0727 Instruction Manual page 5

#mportant Safety #.s*ruc*ions
for Batterv Packs
Your toot uses either a 12, 14.4 or 18 Volt DE'WALT battery pack_
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include catalog
number and voltage: Extended Run-Time battery packs deliver 25%
more run-time than standard battery packs.
NOTE: Your tool will accept either standard or Extended Run Time
battery packs. However, be sure to select proper voitage. Batteries
slowly lose their charge when they are not on the charger, the best
place to keep your battery is on the charger at all times.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using
the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below. Then
follow charging procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
* Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely dam-
aged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can explode in
a fire.
* A small leakage of fiquid from the battery pack cells may
occur under extreme usage or temperature conditions. ThLs
does not indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and
this leakage gets on your skin:
a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
b. Neutralize wh,# a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinega_
c. If battery liquid gets into your eyes, flush t,_em wh,_ clean water
for a mit_imum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical
attention. (Medical note: The liqdd /s 25-35% solution of potas-
sium ,_ydroxide.)
* Do not carry extra battery packs in aprons, pockets, or tool
boxes along with other metal objects. Battery pack could be
short cimuited causing damage to the battery pack and possibly
causing severe burns or fire.
* Charge the battery packs only in DEWALT chargers.
DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 105°F (40 °C)
(such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
A DANGER: Never attempt to open t,_e battery pack for any reason.
If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charg-
er. Electric shock or electrocution may result. Damaged battery packs
should be returned to service center for recycling.
NOTE: Battery storage and carrying caps are provided
for use whenever the battery is out of the tool or charger. '_J#&_
Remove cap before placing battery in charger or tool.
A WARNtNG: Do not store or carry battery so that
metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals.
For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets,
tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc. with loose nails,
screws, keys, etc. without battery cap. Wit,_out cap in place, battery
could short circuit causing fire or bums or damage to battery
CAUTION: Battery pack must be securely attached to tool If bat-
tory pack is detached, personal injury may result.
The _BF_C
TM
Seal
The RBRC
TM
(RechargeabIe Battery BecycI[ng Corpor-
ationt SeaI on the nickel-cadmium battery (or battery packt /_
indicates that the costs to recycle the battery (or battery _ _,_ ), )
pack) at the end of its useful life have already been paid by '_'
DEWALT. In some areas, it is illegai to place spent nicke!-
cadmium batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the
RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious alternative.
RBRC in cooperation with DEWALT and other battery users, has
established programs in the United States to facilitate the collection of
spent nickel-cadmium batteries. Help protect our environment and
conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel-cadmium
battery to an authorized DEWALT service center or to your !ocaI retail-
er for recycling. You may also contact your Ioca! recycling center for
information on where to drop off the spent battery.