Important safety instructions, Safety rules for charger – Ryobi C121D User Manual
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Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in pos-
sible serious injury.
An extension cord should not be used unless 
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord 
could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension 
cord must be used, make sure:
 a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same 
 number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.
 b. That extension cord is properly wired and in 
good electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere
rating of charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet)
25'
50'
100'
Cord Size (AWG)
16
16
16
  NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug, 
which could cause shorting and electric shock. If damaged, 
have the charger replaced by an authorized serviceman.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, 
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. 
Take it to an authorized serviceman for electrical check 
to determine if the charger is in good working order. 
Do not disassemble charger. Take it to an authorized 
serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect 
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
Unplug charger from outlet before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric 
shock.
Disconnect charger from the power supply when
not in use. This will reduce the risk of electric shock or 
damage to the charger if metal items should fall into the 
opening. It also will help prevent damage to the charger 
during a power surge.
Risk of electric shock. Do not touch uninsulated portion 
of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and 
use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you 
loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also 
to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Fail-
ure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in 
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Before using charger, read all instructions and caution-
ary markings in this manual, on charger, battery, and 
product using battery to prevent misuse of the products 
and possible injury or damage.
WARNING:
Charge only one nickel-cadmium or lithium-ion recharge-
able battery at a time. Other types of batteries may burst, 
causing personal injury or damage. For compatible 
battery packs see tool/appliance/battery pack/charger 
correlation supplement 988000-449.
Do not use charger outdoors or expose to wet or damp
conditions. Water entering charger will increase the risk 
of electric shock.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the 
battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of 
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Following this 
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious 
personal injury. 
Do not abuse cord or charger. Never use the cord to 
carry the charger. Do not pull the charger cord rather than 
the plug when disconnecting from receptacle. Damage 
to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric 
shock hazard. Replace damaged cords immediately.
Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped 
on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges 
or moving parts or otherwise subjected to damage or 
stress. This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which 
could cause injury, and damage to the cord, which could 
result in electric shock.
Keep cord and charger away from heat to prevent 
damage to housing or internal parts.
Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products, 
etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain 
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - DANGER: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger C121D.
2.
Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product 
using battery.
3.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of injury, charge only lithium-ion or nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries. Other
types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury or damage.
