Safety Information Regarding The Charging Unit - AL-KO CSA 2020 Betriebsanleitung

Safety
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Only use the rechargeable battery as desig-
nated, i.e. for AL-KO rechargeable battery-
driven appliances. Only charge the recharge-
able battery with the AL-KO charging unit
provided.
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Only unpack the new rechargeable battery
from the original packaging when it is to be
used.
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Fully charge the rechargeable battery before
using it for the first time and always use the
specified charger. Comply with the details
given in these instructions for use for
charging the rechargeable battery.
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Do not use the rechargeable battery in envi-
ronments where there is a potential risk of
explosion and/or fire.
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Do not expose the rechargeable battery to
moisture and humidity when in use with the
appliance.
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Protect the rechargeable battery from heat,
oil and fire to prevent it being damaged so no
vapours and electrolyte liquids can escape.
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Do not subject the rechargeable battery to
impacts or throw it.
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Do not use the rechargeable battery when
soiled or wet. Before use, clean and dry the
rechargeable battery with a dry, clean cloth.
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Do not open, dismantle or crush the re-
chargeable battery. There is a danger of
electric shock and short-circuit.
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This rechargeable battery must not be used
by unauthorised persons unless they are su-
pervised by a person responsible for their
safety or have been instructed on how to use
the rechargeable battery. Unauthorised per-
sons include, for example:
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Persons (including children) with limited
physical, sensory or mental aptitude
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Persons who have no experience and/or
knowledge of the rechargeable battery.
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Children must be supervised and instructed
so they do not play with the rechargeable
battery.
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Do not leave the rechargeable battery perma-
nently in the charger. For prolonged storage,
remove the rechargeable battery from the
charger.
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When not in use, remove the rechargeable
batteries from the operated appliances.
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Dry the unused rechargeable battery and
store in a closed place. Protect from heat and
direct sunlight. Unauthorised persons and
children must not have access to the re-
chargeable battery.
3.10.5 Safety information regarding the
charging unit
This section mentions all the basic safety and
warning information to be heeded when using the
charger. Read these instructions.
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Only use the appliance as designated, i.e. for
charging the intended rechargeable batteries.
Only charge original rechargeable batteries
from AL-KO in the charging unit.
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Before each use, inspect the entire appliance
– and especially the mains cable and the re-
chargeable battery compartment – for dam-
age. Only use the appliance when it is in a
proper working order.
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Do not use the appliance in environments
where there is a potential risk of explosion
and/or fire.
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Only operate the appliance indoors and do
not expose it to moisture and humidity.
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Always place the charging unit on a well ven-
tilated and non-inflammable surface because
it heats up during the charging process. Keep
the ventilation slots clear and do not cover
the appliance.
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Before connecting the charging unit, make
sure that the mains voltage matches the volt-
age stated in the "Technical data".
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Only use the mains cable for connecting the
charging unit, not for other purposes. Do not
carry the charging unit by the mains cable
and do not remove the power plug from the
power outlet by pulling on the mains cable.
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Protect the mains cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges to prevent it being damaged.
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Do not use the charging unit and recharge-
able battery when soiled or wet. Before using
the appliance, clean and dry the recharge-
able battery.
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Do not open the charging unit or recharge-
able battery. There is a danger of electric
shock and short-circuit.
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For your own safety, have your appliance re-
paired by qualified specialist personnel only
using original spare parts.
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