Panasonic EYFEA1N2S - Manual (Page 6)

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IV. FOR BATTERY
CHARGER &
BATTERY PACK
Important Safety Instructions
1) SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This
manual contains important safety
and operating instructions for battery
charger.
2) Before using battery charger, read all
instructions and cautionary markings
on (1) battery charger, (2) battery
pack.
3) CAUTION - To reduce the risk of
injury, charge only Panasonic Battery
Pack as shown in last page.
Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and damage.
4) Do not expose charger to rain or
snow.
5) To reduce the risk of damaging the
electric plug and cord, pull by plug
rather than cord when disconnecting
charger.
6) Make sure cord is located so that it
will not be stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
7) An extension cord should not be used
unless absolutely necessary.
Use of improper extension cord could
result in a risk of fire and electric
shock. If extension cord must be used,
make sure:
a. that pins on plug of extension cord
are the same number, size and
shape as those of plug on charger.
b. that extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition.
c. that wire size is large enough
for ampere rating of charger as
specified below.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE
OF EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTERY
CHARGERS
AC Input Rating. Amperes AWG Size of Cord
Equal to or
greater than
But less
than Length of Cord, Feet
25 50 100 150
0 2 18 18 18 16
8) Do not operate charger with damaged
cord or plug replace them immediately.
9) Do not operate charger if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged in any way;
take it to a qualified serviceman.
10) Do not disassemble charger; take
it to a qualified serviceman when
service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire.
11) To reduce the risk of electric shock,
unplug charger from outlet before
a t t e m p t i n g a n y m a i n t e n a n c e o r
cleaning.
12) The charger and battery pack are
specifically designed to work together.
Do not attempt to charge any other
cordless tool or battery pack with this
charger.
13) Do not attempt to charge the battery
pack with any other charger.
14) Do not attempt to disassemble the
battery pack housing.
15) Do not store the tool and battery pack
in locations where the temperature
may reach or exceed 50°C (122°F)
(such a metal tool shed, or a car
in the summer), which can lead to
deterioration of the storage battery.
16) Do not charge battery pack when the
temperature is BELOW 0°C (32°F)
or ABOVE 40°C (104°F). This is very
important.
17) Do not incinerate the battery pack. It
can explode in a fire.
18) Avoid dangerous environment. Do not
use charger in damp or wet locations.
19) The charger is designed to operate on
standard household electrical power
only. Do not attempt to use it on any
other voltage!
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