DeWalt DCH274 User Manual

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large battery packs will stand upright
on the battery pack but may be easily
knockedover.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION
(Li-Ion)
 • Donotincineratethebatterypackevenifit
is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery pack can explode in a fire.
Toxic fumes and materials are created when
lithium ion battery packs areburned.
 • Ifbatterycontentscomeintocontactwith
the skin, immediately wash area with mild
soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the
eye, rinse water over the open eye for
15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte
is composed of a mixture of liquid organic
carbonates and lithiumsalts.
 • Contentsofopenedbatterycellsmaycause
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If
symptoms persists, seek medicalattention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid
may be flammable if exposed to spark
orflame.
Transportation
DeWALT batteries comply with all applicable
shipping regulations as prescribed by industry and
legal standards which include UN Recommendations
on the Transport of Dangerous Goods; International
Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods
Regulations, International Maritime Dangerous
Goods (IMDG) Regulations, and the European
Agreement Concerning The International Carriage
of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR). Lithium-ion
cells and batteries have been tested to section 38.3
of the UN Recommendations on the Transport of
Dangerous Goods Manual of Tests andCriteria.
In most instances, shipping a DeWALT battery pack
will be excepted from being classified as a fully
regulated Class 9 Hazardous material. In general, the
two instances that require shipping Class 9 are:
1. Air shipping more than two DeWALT lithium-ion
battery packs when the package contains only
battery packs (no tools), and
2. Any shipment containing a lithium-ion battery
with an energy rating greater than 100 watt
hours (Wh). All lithium-ion batteries have the
watt hour rating marked on thepack.
Regardless of whether a shipment is
considered excepted or fully regulated, it is the
shipper's responsibility to consult the latest
regulations for packaging, labeling/marking and
documentationrequirements.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACKS ONLY
XR Li-Ion tools are designed with an Electronic
Protection System that will protect the battery
against overloading, overheating or deepdischarge.
The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic
Protection System engages. If this occurs, place the
Li-Ion battery on the charger until it is fullycharged.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure
to include catalogue number andvoltage.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the
carton. Before using the battery pack and charger,
read the safety instructions below. Then follow
charging proceduresoutlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
 • Donotchargeorusebatteryinexplosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting
or removing the battery from the charger may
ignite the dust orfumes.
• Never force battery pack into charger. Do
not modify battery pack in any way to fit into
a non-compatible charger as battery pack
mayrupturecausingseriouspersonalinjury.
 • Chargethebatterypacksonlyin
DeWALTchargers.
• DONOTsplash or immerse in water or
otherliquids.
 • Donotstoreorusethetoolandbattery
pack in locations where the temperature
may reach or exceed 40 ˚C (105 ˚F) (such as
outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
WARNING: Never attempt to open the
battery pack for any reason. If battery
pack case is cracked or damaged,
do not insert into charger. Do not
crush, drop or damage battery pack.
Do not use a battery pack or charger
that has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, run over or damaged in any
way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a
hammer, stepped on). Electric shock
or electrocution may result. Damaged
battery packs should be returned to
service centre forrecycling.
CAUTION: When not in use, place
tool on its side on a stable surface
where it will not cause a tripping
or falling hazard. Some tools with

DeWalt DCH274 Specifications

General

Brand	DeWalt
Model	DCH274
Category	Cutter
Language	English