Black & Decker HLVC315J10 Instruction Manual - Page 8

English read all documentation BATTERY AND CHARGER The battery is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the charger to charge the battery, read the safety instructions below and then follow charging procedures outlined. Only for use with S003AQU1500015 chargers. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions for All Integral Battery Tools  WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, and cautionary markings for the battery, charger and product. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. • NEVER force a charger plug into the tool. • DO NOT modify the charger plug of a non‑compatible charger in any way to fit into the tool as the battery may rupture causing serious personal injury. • DO NOT charge or use the battery in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the charger plug from the tool may ignite the dust or fumes. • Only charge the battery with the provided charger. • DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids. • DO NOT allow water or any liquid to enter tool. • DO NOT store or use the tool in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 104 °F (40 °C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer). For best life store tools in a cool, dry location. NOTE: Do not store the tool with the switch locked on. Never tape the switch in the ON position. • DO NOT incinerate the tool even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when lithium‑ion batteries 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 persist, seek medical attention. • Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark or flame. • Never attempt to open the tool for any reason. If the tool case is cracked or damaged, do not charge. Do not crush, drop or damage the tool. Do not use a tool or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged tools should be returned to the service center for recycling. Storage Recommendations The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold. Store the fully charged tool disconnected from the charger. Transportation NOTE: Integral Li‑ion tools should not be put in checked baggage on airplanes and must be properly protected from short circuits if they are in carry‑on baggage. Tool Disposal This product uses a lithium‑ion rechargeable and recyclable battery. When the battery no longer holds a charge, the tool should be recycled. The tool should not be incinerated or placed in the trash. The tool can be taken for disposal to an Authorized Service Center. Some local retailers are also participating in a national recycling program (refer to RBRC®). Call your local retailer for details. If you bring the tool to an Authorized Service Center, the Center will arrange to recycle the tool and its battery. Or, contact your local municipality for proper disposal instructions in your city/town. Charging the Battery (Fig. B, C) (HLVC315J, HLVC320J Only)  WARNING: For use only with the supplied charger.  WARNING: Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures below 39 °F (4 °C) or above 104 °F (40 °C). From new, the rechargeable cells of the product need a minimum charge time of 10 hours for HLVC315J and 13 hours for HLVC320J to ensure full power. 1. The switch must be in the OFF position, the appliance will not charge if it is in any other position. 2. Fig. B - Plug the jack plug 16 of the charger into the charging socket 3 of the tool. 3. Plug the charger 15 into any standard 120 Volt 60 Hz electrical outlet. 4. The charge indicator LED 13 on the center of the main housing 4 will illuminate while charging. 5. The charge indicator LED 13 will turn off upon completion of charging. NOTE: While charging, the charger may get warm, this is perfectly normal and safe. It is safe to leave the appliance connected to the charger indefinitely. The charger automatically reduces power consumption when charging is complete.  WARNING: Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures below 39 °F (4 °C) or above 104 °F (40 °C). 6