32. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
SerVice
33. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
34. Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufac-
turer or authorized service providers.
Screwdriver Safety warnings
1. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the fastener
may contact hidden wiring. Fasteners that come into contact with a "live" wire may make exposed metal
parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
2. Do not use the power tool in locations where the ambient temperature may reach 0°c (32°F) or exceed
40˚c (105˚F).
Safety warnings for charger and Battery
1. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the SENCO battery charger VB0156
and VB0189. Use with approved Senco batteries stated on the charger label.
2. Before using the SENCO battery charger VB0156 and VB0189, read all instructions and cautionary mark-
ings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
3. Do not expose charger to water, rain or snow.
4. Use indoors.
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 rather than cord when disconnecting
charger.
7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage
or stress.
Table 1 - Recommended minimum AWG size for battery charger extension cords.
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 pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug
on charger;
GeNerAl Power tool SAFety wArNiNGS
Length of Cord (Feet)
25
50
AWG Size of Cord
16
16
100
150
16
14
6