DeWalt DC021 Operating Instructions Manual page 8

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Additional Safety Instructions for
Battery Packs
When using the charger, always observe the safety
regulations applicable in your country to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read
the following safety instructions before attempting
to operate this product. Keep these instructions in a
safe place.
This charger is in accordance with the relevant safety
regulations. To avoid danger, electric appliances
must only be repaired by qualified technicians.
WARNING: Fire hazard! Avoid metal
short circuiting the contacts of a
detached battery pack. Do not store
or carry the battery pack without the
battery cap placed over the contacts.
• The battery fluid, a 25-30% solution of
potassium hydroxide, can be harmful. In case
of skin contact, flush immediately with water.
Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon
juice or vinegar. In case of eye contact, rinse
abundantly with clean water for at least 10
minutes. Consult a physician.
• Never attempt to open a battery pack for
any reason.
Additional Safety Instructions
for Chargers
• Make sure that the battery pack is dry and
clean before inserting it into the charger.
• Use only chargers labelled "NiMH" or "NiMH +
NiCd" to charge D WALT NiMH battery packs.
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• Never carry the charger by its cord. Keep the
cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
• Do not attempt to charge wet battery packs.
• Always follow the instructions in the back of this
manual for battery pack disposal.
• When not in use, chargers and battery packs
must be stored in a dry place and locked up
securely, out of reach of children
LABELS ON CHARGER AND BATTERY PACK
In addition to the pictographs used in this manual,
the labels on the charger and the battery pack show
the following pictographs:
Battery charging
Battery charged
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Battery defective
Hot\cold pack delay
Do not probe with conductive objects.
Do not charge damaged battery packs
Read instruction manual
before use.
Use only with D WALT battery packs,
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others may burst, causing personal injury
and damage.
Do not expose to water.
Have defective cords replaced
immediately.
Charge only between 4 °C and 40 °C.
Discard the battery pack with due care for
the environment.
Do not incinerate the battery pack NiMH/
NiCd+.
Charges NiMH and NiCd
battery packs.
See technical data for charging time.
Lamp location.
For indoor use.
Ensure correct bulb is used.
Do not plug cord in.
Correct bulb placement.
Battery clamp down.