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SAFETY — Continued
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF
THE BATTERY AND BATTERY
CHARGER
You must charge the battery before you use
the Nailer. Before using the model UC3SML
battery charger, be sure to read all
instructions and cautionary statements on it,
the battery and in this manual.
REMEMBER: USE ONLY HITACHI BATTERY
TYPE EBM315. OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES
MAY BURST AND CAUSE INJURY!
Follow these instructions to avoid the risk of
injury:
WARNING
ⅷ Improper use of the battery or battery
charger can lead to serious injury. To
avoid these injuries:
1. NEVER disassemble the battery.
2. NEVER incinerate the battery, even if
it is damaged or is completely
worn out. The battery can
explode in a fire.
3. NEVER short-circuit the battery.
4. NEVER insert any objects into the
battery charger’s air vents.
Electric shock or damage to
the battery charger may result.
5. NEVER charge outdoors. Keep the
battery away from direct
sunlight and use only where
there is low humidity and good
ventilation.
6. NEVER charge when the temperature
is below 50°F (10°C) or above
104°F (40°C).
7. NEVER connect two battery chargers
together.
8. NEVER insert foreign objects into the
hole for the battery or the
battery charger.
9. NEVER use a booster transformer
when charging.
10. NEVER use an engine generator or DC
power to charge.
11. NEVER store the battery or battery
charger in places where the
temperature may reach or
exceed 104°F (40°C).
12. ALWAYS operate charger on standard
household electrical power
(120 volts). Using the charger
on any other voltage may
overheat and damage the
charger.
13. ALWAYS wait at least 15 minutes
between charges to avoid
overheating the charger.
14. ALWAYS disconnect the power cord
from its receptacle when the
charger is not in use.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING
THE BATTERY CHARGER WITH
A DC 12V IN-CAR POWER
SOURCE
1. Use the battery charger correctly.
Do not use the battery charger other than
with a DC 12V in-car power source. The
battery charger is solely for use on minus-
grounded vehicles. Make sure that the
minus pole of the car battery is connected
to the car body.
2. Keep your attention focused on driving
the car.
If you use the battery charger while
driving, fasten the battery charger in
place so that it does not move
inadvertently and distract your attention
from driving. Do not place the battery
charger or battery under the driver’s seat,
irrespective of whether it is charging or
not, as it may get under the brake pedal
or the cable may get wrapped around the
driver’s feet and cause an accident.
3. Do not manipulate the battery charger or
battery while driving as this may cause
an accident.
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