Stihl FSA 90 R Instruction Manual - Page 8

English it is damaged. In case of doubt, have the machine checked by your STIHL servicing dealer. Battery WARNING Risk of fire, explosion and/or burns, including chemical burns. Do not disassemble, crush, heat above 212 °F (100 °C), expose to fire or incinerate. Never expose the battery to microwaves or high pressures. Do not place the battery on or near fires, stoves or in other high-temperature locations. Do not place the battery in direct sunlight or store it inside a vehicle in hot weather. Doing so may cause the battery to generate heat, rupture or ignite. Using the batteries in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened battery life. In case of fire: stay clear of any vapors or gases generated, taking wind direction into account. If possible without danger, remove battery from the vicinity of the fire. In principle, cooling the battery or extinguishing the fire with water is possible. It is preferable to extinguish the fire with a multipurpose dry chemical fire extinguisher. As for any fire, evacuate the area and fight the fire from a safe distance. Once the fire has been extinguished, the area should be monitored (fire watch) in case of a flareup, until the battery has cooled sufficiently. Restrict access to the area until completion of clean-up. Do not touch the burnt battery or any spilled liquids. Use inert absorbent to absorb spilled liquids. Use and store the battery only within a temperature range from 14 °F (-10 °C) up to no more than 122 °F (+ 50 °C). Protect the battery from direct sunlight. WARNING Use STIHL batteries only with STIHL power tools, and charge them only with STIHL chargers. Replace battery with STIHL battery only. Use only genuine STIHL rechargeable batteries. Charge the battery before use. Do not immerse the battery in fluids. With respect to use of the power tool in the rain, refer to the instruction leaflet/manual for the type of battery being used. WARNING To reduce the risk of corrosion and damage to the battery and power tool, never leave a wet battery in the power tool after use - allow both to dry separately. WARNING Do not open, drop, hit or damage battery. Never insert objects into the battery's cooling slots, since they may damage the battery. The battery contains safety features and devices which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat, rupture or ignite. Never use or charge a defective, damaged, cracked, deformed or leaking battery. Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging or storing, it emits an unusual smell, feels hot or appears abnormal in any other way. WARNING Fluid may leak from the battery if it is damaged or is not used properly - avoid contact with the skin! Leaking battery fluid can cause skin irritation and chemical burns. In the event of accidental contact, immediately rinse thoroughly with mild soap and water. If fluid gets into your eye(s), do not rub your eye(s) but rinse water over the open eye(s) for 15 minutes at least. Also seek medical attention immediately. WARNING Never bridge (short circuit) the battery terminals with metallic objects, since this may damage the battery and possibly cause a fire. Keep a battery that is not in use away from metal objects (e.g. nails, coins, jewelry). Do not use metal containers for storing or transporting batteries. Store the battery out of reach of children in a cool and dry area away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold (14 °F - 122 °F (-10 °C - +50 °C)). Charger Use only original STIHL chargers. 6 FSA 90 R