Use and Care Manual

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your back, causing damage or injury.
4. Turn the unit on/off by pressing the switch located near the base of unit. (Fig 9)
Fig 8 Fig 8A Fig 8B
Fig 9
HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK
When using the charger, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Battery and Charging Safety
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, battery explosion, or injury:
1. Basic information and warning for the Battery and Charger are contained below. For detailed usage and
warning information, read the HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY
PACK carefully before using this unit.
2. DO NOT expose battery pack to temperatures above 122°F (50°C). Never leave battery packs in
automobiles on hot days, where temperatures can be much higher than the outside temperature.
3. DO NOT use or store vacuum or batteries in wet or moist conditions, or with flammable or combustible
materials.
4. DO NOT charge batteries or store battery for extended periods, 1 month or more, in temperatures above
90°F (32°C) or below 40°F (5°C).
5. When charging, make sure that the charger has at least 6 inches of clearance on all sides. Adequate
airflow is required to cool the charger when use.
6. DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug for charging.
7. DO NOT pull on charger’s cord to unplug. Grasp and pull the plug, not the cord.
8. DO NOT handle the charger’s cord plug with wet hands when inserting into electrical outlet.
9. Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. Do not smoke near batteries or charger.