Poulan PPB40AB Owner Manual - Page 6

SAFETY RULES BATTERY AND CHARGER Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. DANGER: To avoid serious injury, risk of fire, explosion and danger of electric shock or electrocution: • DO NOT charge the unit outdoors. • DO NOT probe the charger with conductive materials. The charging terminals hold 120V. • If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, DO NOT insert into the charger. Replace the battery pack. • DO NOT charge these battery packs with any other type of charger. • DO NOT allow liquid inside the charger. • DO NOT try to use the charger for any other purpose than what is presented in this manual. WARNING: Do not charge the battery pack in rain or in wet conditions. Do not immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in water or other liquid. • Do not allow the battery pack or charger to overheat. If they are warm, allow them to cool down. Recharge only at room temperature. • Do not cover the ventilation slots on top of the charger. Do not set the charger on a soft surface. Keep the ventilation slots of the charger clear. • Do not allow small metal items or material such as steel wool, aluminum foil, or other foreign particles into the charger cavity. • Unplug the charger before cleaning and when there is no battery pack in the cavity. • Do not place the battery charger or the battery pack in the sun or in a warm environment. Keep at normal room temperature. • Do not try to connect two chargers together. • The battery pack cells may develop a small leak under extreme usage or temperature conditions. If the outer seal is broken and the leakage gets on your skin: -Use soap and water to wash immediately -Neutralize with lemon juice, vinegar, or other mild acid. • If battery fluids gets in your eyes, flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention. WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow safety rules listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or personal injury. • Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Never pull on the cord to remove plug from the outlet. Keep cords away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. They may create a fire. Do not use if damaged. • Do not place the charger where the power cord might be stepped on, tripped on, or subjected to damage. • A battery-operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery. • Use a battery-operated tool only with the specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire. BATTERY USE AND CARE • Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. • Use blower only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire. • When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. • Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. 6