Hitachi NT65GS Instruction Manual - Page 10

English SAFETY - Continued IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGER b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of battery charger as specified in Table 1. WARNING Death or serious bodily injury could result from improper or unsafe use of battery chargers. To avoid these risks, follow these basic safety instructions: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 1. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model UC3SML. 2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery. 3. To reduce risk of injury, charge HITACHI rechargeable battery type EBM315. Other type of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. 4. Do not expose battery charger to rain or snow. 5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. 6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug when disconnecting battery charger. 7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. 8. 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 blades of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on battery charger; Table 1 RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS AC Input Rating Amperes* AWG Size of Cord Equal to or but less Length of Cord, Feet (Meter) greater than than 25 (7.5) 50 (15) 100 (30) 150 (45) 0 2 18 18 18 16 2 3 18 18 16 14 3 4 18 18 16 14 * If the input rating of a battery charger is given in watts rather than in amperes, the corresponding ampere rating is to be determined by dividing the wattage rating by the voltage rating - for example: 1,250 watts 125 volts = 10 amperes 9. Do not operate battery charger with damaged cord or plug-replace them immediately. 10. Do not operate battery charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. 11. Do not disassemble battery 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. 12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from receptacle before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Removing the battery will not reduce this risk. 13. This battery charger might be attached to HITACHI battery operated tools as a standard accessory. In this case, please confirm Instruction Manual of the HITACHI battery operated tools before using the battery charger. 10