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 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 catalog 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 STANLEY 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 
exceed40˚C(105˚F)(suchasoutsideshedsor
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 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
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 
consultthe 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.