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Chapter 7: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
Important Charger Safety Instructions
7.4.4 Important Charger Safety Instructions
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS–This manual contains important safety and
operating instructions for battery charger s.
• Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
• The mains power cord shall comply with national safety regulations of the country
where the equipment is to be sold.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger
manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
• To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord when unplugging the
charger, pull the plug rather than the cord.
• Make sure the cord is positioned so that it is not stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug.
Replace immediately.
• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or other-
wise damaged in any way; it should be inspected by qualified service personnel.
• Do not disassemble the charger; it should be repaired by qualified service person-
nel. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
• An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an
improper extension cord could result in fire or electric shock.
If an extension cord must be used, make sure:
• The plug pins on the extension cord are the same number, size,
and shape as those on the charger.
• The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition and that the wire size is larger than 16 AWG.
• Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
• Do not place batteries in the charger if they are cold from extended
exposure to a freezer or outside temperatures below 10°C (50°F). Allow them to
warm up to room temperature for at least two hours.
• Do not use the charger if, after an overnight charge, any of the batteries feel warmer
than the charger housing. The charger should be inspected by
qualified service personnel.
• Do not use the charger if any of the batteries or the charger get more than luke-
warm. The equipment should be inspected by qualified personnel.