DeWalt DCST960 Guide D'utilisation page 5

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using
the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below and
then follow charging procedures outlined.
ReAD ALL InSTRucTIonS
• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery pack from the
charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Never force the battery pack into the charger. Do not modify
the battery pack in any way to fit into a non-compatible
charger as battery pack may rupture causing serious
personal injury. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for
compatibility of batteries and chargers.
• Charge the battery packs only in designated DeWalt chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the appliance and battery pack in
locations where the temperature may reach or exceed
105 °F (40 °C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in
summer). For best life store battery packs in a cool, dry location.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a appliance with the
trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger switch in the
ON position.
WARNING
: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open
the battery pack for any reason. If the battery pack case is cracked
or damaged, do not insert into the charger. Do not crush, drop or
damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that
has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in
any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on).
Damaged battery packs should be returned to the service center for
recycling.
WARNING
the battery pack so that metal objects can contact exposed
battery terminals. For example, do not place the battery pack in
aprons, pockets, appliance boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc.,
with loose nails, 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
appliances and the like. The US Department of Transportation
Hazardous Material regulations (HMr) actually prohibit transporting
batteries in commerce or on airplanes (e.g., packed in suitcases and
carry-on luggage) UNleSS they are properly protected from short
circuits. So when transporting individual battery packs, make sure that
the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials
that could contact them and cause a short circuit.
Transportation
Your D WALT batteries comply with all applicable shipping
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regulations as prescribed by industry and legal standards, including
UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods;
International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods
Regulations, International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG)
Regulations, and U.S. Department of Transportation Regulations.
Lithium-ion cells and batteries have been tested to section 38.3 of the
UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Manual
of Tests and Criteria.
The shipping or transportation of the battery in this product is restricted
and may be classified as a Class 9 Hazardous material.
SHIPPInG BY aIrPLane (BY aIr) or SHIP (BY Sea)
• Contact your carrier for up to date instructions. Have your
contents (including the battery) with you when contacting them.
The specifications written on them will be needed to prepare them
for shipment, pack them in a compliant box, and properly label the
box.
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Fire hazard. Do not store or carry