Electrical Safety; Specific Safety Rules - EGO BAX1500 Manual De Operación

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
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Use only with chargers and power tools listed in
"SPECIFICATIONS".
BATTERY PACK USE AND CARE
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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.
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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.
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Do not dismantle, open or shred secondary battery.
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Do not expose the battery to heat or fire. Avoid
storage in direct sunlight.
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Do not short-circuit a cell or a battery. Do not store
cells or batteries haphazardly in a box or drawer where
they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited
by other metal objects.
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Do not remove a battery from its original packaging
until required for use.
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Do not subject cells or batteries to mechanical
shock.
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Keep the battery out of the reach of children. Seek
medical advice immediately if a battery has been
swallowed.
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Keep the battery clean and dry.
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Wipe the battery terminals with a clean dry cloth if
they become dirty.
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Secondary battery need to be charged before
use. Always use the correct charger and refer to the
manufacturer's instructions or equipment manual for
proper charging instructions.
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Do not leave a battery on prolonged charge when
not in use.
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After extended periods of storage, it may be
necessary to charge and discharge the batteries
several times to obtain maximum performance.
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Retain the original product literature for future
reference.
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Use only the battery in the application for which it
was intended.
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When possible, remove the battery from the
equipment when not in use.
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Dispose of properly.
SERVICE
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Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to
follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of
shock or injury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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Know your power tool. Read the operator's manual
carefully. Learn the applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to the
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious injury.
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Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool. Always remove the
battery before changing accessories. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious
personal injury.
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Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack.
Do not use a battery pack or charger that has
been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged
battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a
dropped or damaged battery immediately.
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Do not charge the battery in a damp or wet location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
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For best results, your battery should be charged in
a location where the temperature is greater than
0℃ and less than 40℃. Do not store it outside or in
vehicles.
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Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products,
etc. come in contact with plastic parts. These
substances contain chemicals that can damage,
weaken or destroy plastic.
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Have your battery pack serviced by a qualified
repairperson using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the battery
pack is maintained.
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Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this
tool. If you lend someone this tool, lend them these
instructions also to prevent misuse of the product and
possible injury.
56-VOLT BACKPACK BATTERY — BAX1500
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