Rona 2001594 Manuel D'utilisation page 9

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR THE CHARGER
• Your cordless tool is not charged when
purchased. Be sure to charge the unit fully
approximately 1 hour prior to initial use.
• A battery stored, used or charged under high
temperature conditions will deteriorate more
quickly.
• Do not overcharge the battery (Refer to
Battery Charging section).
• Once your battery is fully charged,
disconnect the charger from the power and
store safely.
• Before using the tool check that there are
no hidden hazards such as electric cables,
water or gas pipes running below the
surface.
• Do not expose either the tool or charger to
rain, high humidity or wet conditions.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed
purpose. Any use other than those mentioned
in this Manual will be considered a case of
misuse. The user and not the manufacturer
shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.
To use this tool properly, you must observe the
safety regulations, the assembly instructions
and the operating instructions to be found in
this Manual. All people who use and service
the machine have to be acquainted with
this Manual and must be informed about its
potential hazards. Children and infirm people
must not use this tool. Children should be
supervised at all times if they are in the area
in which the tool is being used. It is also
imperative that you observe the accident
prevention regulations in force in your
area. The same applies for general rules of
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occupational health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any
changes made to the tool nor for any damage
resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it
is not possible to eliminate all residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in
connection with the tool's construction and
design:
1. Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are
not worn.
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2. Always remove the battery before making
any adjustments or maintenance, including
reloading brad nails.
3. Injury from discharged brad nails if the
safety instructions are not followed.
Additional safety rules for
the charger
1. Before using the charger, read all the
instructions and cautionary markings on
the charger and battery pack as well as
the instructions on using the battery pack.
2. Only charge your batteries indoors as the
charger is designed for indoor use only.
3. DANGER. If the battery pack is cracked
or damaged in any other way, do not
insert it in the charger. There is a danger
of electric shock or electrocution.
4. WARNING. Do not allow any liquid to
come into contact with the charger. There
is a danger of electric shock.
5. To allow the battery pack to cool down
after charging, do not place it in a hot
environment such as a metal shed or
open trailer left in the sun.
6. The charger is not intended for any use
other than charging the exact type of
rechargeable battery pack as supplied
with the charger. Any other use may
result in the risk of fire, electric shock or
electrocution.
7. The charger and battery pack supplied
with it are specifically designed to work
together. Do not attempt to charge the
battery pack with any other charger than
the one supplied.
8. Do not place any object on top of the
charger as it could cause overheating.
Do not place the charger near any heat
source.
9. Do not pull on the plug of the charger to
disconnect it from the power source.
10. Make sure that the charger cable is
positioned where it will not be stepped
on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR THE CHARGER
11. Do not use an extension cord unless it
is absolutely necessary. The use of an
improper extension cord could cause the
risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
12. Do not use the charger if it has been
subjected to a heavy knock, dropped or
otherwise damaged in any way. Take the
charger to an authorized service centre for
a check or repair.
13. Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to
an authorised service centre when service
or repair is required. Incorrect re-assembly
may result in the risk of fire, electric shock
or electrocution.
14. To reduce the risk of an electric shock,
unplug the charger from the power supply
before attempting to clean it. Removing
the battery alone does not reduce the risk.
15. Never attempt to connect two chargers
together.
16. Do not store or use the tool and battery
pack in locations where the temperature
may reach or exceed 40°C (104°F) such
as alongside sheds or metal structures in
the summer.
17. The charger is designed for use from a
standard household electrical supply (120
volts). Do not attempt to connect the
charger to a different supply.
18. If you wish to charge a second battery
pack, unplug the charger from the mains
supply and leave it for at least 15 minutes.
After this time you can charge a second
battery pack.
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