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
STANLEY 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 STANLEY 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 STANLEY 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. 
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fire if the battery 
terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive materials. 
When transporting batteries, make sure that the battery terminals 
are protected and well insulated from materials that could contact 
them and cause a short circuit. 
The information provided in this section of the manual is 
provided in good faith and believed to be accurate at the time 
the document was created. However, no warranty, expressed or 
implied, is given. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that its 
activities comply with the applicable regulations.
BatteryPack
BATTERYTYPE
The SCH12 operates on a 10.8V battery pack.
Storage Recommendations
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from 
direct sunlight and excess heat or cold. For optimum battery 
performance and life, store battery packs at room temperature 
when not in use.
2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully charged 
battery pack in a cool, dry place out of the charger for optimal 
results.
NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely depleted 
of charge. The battery pack will need to be recharged before use.
LabelsonChargerandBatteryPack
In addition to the pictographs used in this manual, the labels 
on the charger and the battery pack may show the following 
pictographs:
 
See Technical Data for charging time.
  Battery charging.
  Battery charged.
  B Battery defective.
  H Hot/cold pack delay.
  D  Do not probe with conductive objects.
  D  Do not charge damaged battery packs.
  D  Do not expose to water.
  H   Have defective cords replaced immediately.
  C   Charge only between 4 ˚C and 40 ˚C.
 
  Only for indoor use.