Additional Safety/Information On The Rechargeable Battery Block - Storch Hotknife Mode D'emploi

Additional safety/information on the rechargeable battery
To ensure maximum battery life and best battery performance, always charge
the battery when the temperature is between 18~24°C. Do not charge and
store your battery in temperatures below 0°C and above 40°C.
Failure to observe this safety rule may cause serious damage to the battery
pack.
Do not discard the battery pack in a fire. The battery pack can explode.
If battery fluid leaks and in case of skin contact, wash the affected area imme-
diately with soap and water. The fluid can be neutralised by using a mild aci-
dic substance, such as lemon juice or vinegar. In the event of contact with
the eyes rinse with clean water for at least 10 minutes and immediately seek
medical advice.
Inform any medical personnel that this fluid is a 25 - 35 percent potassium
hydroxide solution.
Do not attempt to open the battery pack. If the plastic housing around the
battery pack breaks or exhibits any cracks, stop using the battery pack imme-
diately and do not charge it again. Dispose of the damage battery pack as
hazardous waste as per the applicable regulations.
Do not keep a spare battery in your pocket or store it in a tool box. Make sure
that the poles do not come into contact with any metal objects during trans-
port. Such objects can short and damage the battery pack, as well as result
in burns or a fire. When storing or disposing of the battery pack tape over the
contacts using thick insulating tape to prevent it from short-circuiting. Batte-
ries that are stored for a prolonged period of time become discharged. Do not
store or use the tool and the battery pack in areas where the temperature rea-
ches, or exceeds, 50 °C. Do not subject the battery pack to any mechanical
loads / processes.
The battery should not be located in close proximity to open flames, ovens or
other high temperature areas. Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight and
do not use or leave it in a vehicle during hot weather. This can result in the
development of heat or the battery exploding or igniting. Such use of the bat-
tery can also lead to reduced performance and a shorter service life.
If you intend to store a battery for a period without use then store battery at
room temperature (18°C to 24°C), charged to about 30 – 50% of capacity.
In case of extended periods of storage, charge the battery once a year to avoid
deep discharge.
After charging the battery pack allow it to cool down. Do not leave it in warm
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