Use and Care Manual

been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a
naii, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should
be returned to service center for recyciing.
AWARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so
that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals.
For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tooi boxes,
product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose naiis, screws, keys, etc.
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery
terminals inadvertently come In contact with conductive
materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US
Department of Transportation Hazardous Ivlateriai Regulations (HMR)
actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes
(i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are
properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual
batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well
insulated from materials that couid contact them and cause a short
circuit.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION (Ll-lon)
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can
explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when
lithium ion battery packs are burned.
• If battery contents come Into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with miid soap and water, if battery
iiquid 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 iiquid organic
carbonates and iithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery celis may cause respiratory
irritation. Provide fresh air. if symptoms persists, seek medical
attention.
AWARNING: Burn hazard. Battery iiquid may be flammable if
exposed to spark or flame.
The RBRC™ Seal
The RBRC^'^ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation) Seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride or lithium ion batteries (or battery packs) indicate
that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery
packs) at the end of their useful life have already been paid by DEWALT.
In some areas. It Is illegal to place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride or lithium Ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste
stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious
alternative.
RBRC^" in cooperation with DEWALT and other battery users, has
established programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate
the collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium
Ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural
resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride
or lithium ion batteries to an authorized DEWALT service center or
to your local retailer for recyoling. You may also contact your local
recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery.
RBRC^"^ is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery
Recyciing Corporation.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important
safety and operating instmctions for battery chargers.
• Before using charger, read ail instmctions and cautionary markings
on charger, battery pack, and product using battery pack.
AWARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any iiquid to get inside
charger. Eectric shock may result.
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ACAUTION: Bum hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge oniy
DFWALT rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and damage.
NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the
power supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign
materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, grinding
dust, metai chips, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic
particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the
charger from the power supply, when there is no battery pack in the
cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean.
AWARNING:
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any
chargers other than the ones In this manual. The charger and
battery pack are specifically designed to work together.
• These chargers are not Intended for any uses other than
charging DEWALT rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may
result in risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
• Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.
This will reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord.
• Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
• Do nof use an extension cord unless It Is absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord couid result in risk of
fire, electric shock, or electrocution.
• When operating an inspection camera outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable
for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG
or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge
number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is
16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and namepiate ampere rating, if in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Ampere Rating
Voits Total Length of Cord in Feet
meters)
Ampere Rating 120V 25(7.6) 50(15.2)
100(30.5) 150(45.7)
Ampere Rating
240V
50(15.2) 100(30.5) 200(61.0) 300(91.4)
More
Than
Not More
Than
AWG
0 6 18
16 16 14
6 10
18 16 14 12
10 12
16 16 14 12
12
16 14 12
Not Recommended
• Do not place any object on top of charger or place the
charger on a soft surface that might block the ventilation
slots and result In excessive Internal heat. Place the charger
in a position away from any heat source. The charger is ventilated
through slots in the top and the bottom of the housing.
• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug.
• Do not operate charger if It has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an
authorized service center.
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