Powerplus POWXQ5234 IMPACT DRILL 18V EN - Manual (Page 6)

POWXQ5234 EN
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5.5 Service
 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
 Always wear hearing protection with impact drills. Exposure to noise can cause
 Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal
injury.
 Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
7 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERIES AND
CHARGERS
Batteries
1. Never attempt to open for any reason.
2. Do not store in locations where the temperature may exceed 40 °C.
3. Charge only at ambient temperatures between 10°C and 40 °C.
4. Charge only using the charger provided with the tool.
5. When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given in the section
“Protecting the environment”.
6. Do not cause short circuits. If connection is made between the positive (+) and
negative (-) terminal directly or via accidental contact with metallic objects, the
battery is short circuited and an intense current will flow causing heat generation
which may lead to casing rupture or fire.
7. Do not heat. If batteries are heated to above 100 °C, sealing and insulating
separators and other polymer components may be damaged resulting in
electrolyte leakage and/or internal short circuiting leading to heat generation
causing rupture or file. Moreover do not dispose of the batteries in fire,
explosion and/or intense burning may result.
8. Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur. When you notice liquid
on the battery, proceed as follows:

- Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact.

- In case of skin or eye contact, follow the instructions below:
i. Immediately rinse with water. Neutralize with a mild acid
such as lemon juice or vinegar.
ii. In case of eye contact, rinse abundantly with clean water for
at least 10 minutes. Consult a physician.
Chargers
1. Use the charger provided with the tool only to charge the battery
2. Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
3. Have defective cords replaced immediately.
4. Do not expose to water.
5. Do not open the charger.
6. Do not probe the charger.
7. The charger is intended for indoor use only.