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batteries may burst causing personal injury
and damage.
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Carpeting and other heat insulating surfaces
block proper air circulation which may cause
overheating of the charger and battery pack. If
smoke or melting of the charger or battery
pack is observed, unplug the charger
immediately and do not use the battery pack or
charger. Contact customer service immediately.
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or cord may result in electric shock or fire.
9. 9 89>38=/<>,+>>/<C :+-5 38-2+<1/<30
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damaged battery pack may result in electric
shock or fire.
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result in electric shock or fire.
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attachments not recommended may result in
electric shock or fire.
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Battery pack stored in charger over a long
period of time could lead to battery pack
damage and fire.
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reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
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electric shock or fire.
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9,=/<@/. Battery pack may be nearing the
end of its life.
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