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f) Keepcutting tools sharp andclean. Properlymaintained cutting tools with sharp
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Usethepower tool, accessories,etc., in accordance with these instructions
and in themanner intended for theparticular type of power tool, taking
into account theworking conditions and thetype of work to bedone.
Usingthepower tool to do work for which it is not intended may result in
ahazardous situation.
5) Using and servicing arechargeable powertool
a) Makesure that theswitch is in theoff position before you fit thebattery.
Fittingthebattery to anelectric power tool with theswitch in theon position could
cause anaccident.
b) Onlycharge thebattery with acharger supplied by themanufacturer.
Acharger that is suitable for one type of battery may be afire hazard if used with
adifferent type of battery.
c) Onlyuse thecorrect batteries with rechargeable handtools. Usingthewrong
battery may cause damage, injury andfire.
d) Whenthebattery is not in use, keep it away from metal objects such as
paperclips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small items that may form
abridge from one pole of thebattery to theother. Short-circuiting thepoles of
abattery may cause burns orfire.
e) Ifthebattery is abused, it may leakacid. Avoidcontact with this substance.
Ifyou happen to come into contact with theacid, rinse theaffected area
withwater. Iftheacid gets into your eyes, seek medical assistance. Acidfrom
thebattery may cause irritation andburns.
6) Servicing
a) Servicingand repairs must be done by authorised personnel, using genuine
spareparts. Thisguarantees that thesafety of theelectric power tool is preserved.
Special safety rules for rechargeable powertools
• Use only thecharger supplied. Theproduct is only intended to be used indoors.
• If abattery is warm, let it cool down before chargingit. Thetemperature during
battery charging should be between 0 °C and 40 °C (20–25 °C is recommended
for optimum charging results).
• If thebattery is charged at atemperature below 0 °C it may become over-
charged, and this may damage thepowertool. Donot charge thebattery when
thetemperature is above 40 °C. Thebattery only delivers full power after about
five charge/discharge cycles.
• Let thecharger rest for 15 minutes before you start to charge thenext battery.
Donot charge more than two batteries in succession without along interval.
• Make sure that no foreign bodies find their way into thetool via thebattery opening.
• Avoid short circuits. Placeadhesive tape across thebattery contacts when
storing itloose.
• Never dismantle therechargeable battery or thecharger.