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(i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are 
properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual 
batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well 
insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short 
circuit.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION (Li-Ion)
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely 
damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can 
explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when 
lithium ion battery packs are burned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin, 
immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery 
liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15 
minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed, 
the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic 
carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory 
irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms persists, seek medical 
attention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if 
exposed to spark or flame. 
The RBRC™ Seal
The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling 
Corporation) Seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal 
hydride or lithium ion batteries (or battery packs) indicate 
that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery 
packs) at the end of their useful life have already been 
paid by DEWALT. In some areas, it is illegal to place 
spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion batteries 
in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program 
provides an environmentally conscious alternative.
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WARNING:
• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres, 
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. 
Inserting or removing the battery from the charger may ignite the 
dust or fumes.
• NEVER force battery pack into charger. DO NOT modify 
battery pack in any way to fit into a non-compatible charger 
as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal injury. 
Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of 
batteries and chargers. 
• 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).
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the battery pack 
for any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not 
insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do 
not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow, 
been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a 
nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should 
be returned to service center for recycling.
WARNING: Fire hazard. 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. 
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery 
terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive 
materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US 
Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) 
actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes