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Safety
WARNING
Rechargeable batteries that have caught fire are very dif-
ficult to extinguish; the cells affected must burn down in
a controlled manner� Responding properly may prevent
severe damages�
Risk of fire and explosion!
• Read the chapter “In an emergency” so that you are
properly prepared�
WARNING
Internal damages to the rechargeable battery may cause
the rechargeable battery to overheat, emit gases or leak
liquids even a significant amount of time after the damage
occurred�
Risk of fire and explosion!
• Have your specialist dealer inspect the rechargeable
battery after falls or severe impacts�
• Do not open, dismantle, drill through or deform the re-
chargeable battery�
CAUTION
Lithium could be leaked if the rechargeable battery is
damaged� Lithium causes severe burns to the skin�
Danger to health and the environment!
• Do not touch the damaged rechargeable batteries with
bare hands�
CAUTION
Improperly charging the rechargeable battery can dam-
age the rechargeable battery and the drive�
Risk of damage!
• Do not charge the rechargeable battery if you suspect
that it is damaged�
• Before charging the rechargeable battery for the first
time, be absolutely sure to read the chapter “Charging
the rechargeable battery”�
• Only use the original charger to charge the rechargea-
ble battery and only under supervision�
• While charging the rechargeable battery, always place it
on non-flammable materials (e�g� stone, glass, ceramics)�
• If you are not absolutely sure how to handle lithium
ion rechargeable batteries, have a qualified specialist
explain how to do so.
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