Core E 400, GasLess E 400 Instruction Manual
GasLessTM ELITE Trimmer
E 400
Instruction Manual
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Power Cell:
36 Volt high energy Li-Ion
Head speed:
7,000 RPM Boost mode
6,000 RPM
Head type:
Dual line bump feed
Trimmer line:
.095" Dia. 20' on spool
Chargers:
45 Minute Standard Charger
Charger input:
100 ~ 240 V AC 60/50 Hz
Charger output:
42 V DC
Replacement Power Cell:
CEC6600
Replacement chargers:
CESC8000
Weight: (with Power Cell)
11 Lbs
Weight: (without Power Cell)
8 Lbs
Need Assistance?
Call us on our toll free customer support line:
1-855-831-CORE (2673)
Technical questions
Warranty or aftermarket service, or replacement parts
Parts missing from package
CORETM Outdoor Power, 36235 Kerr Dam Rd., Polson, Montana USA 59860
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Product specifications ………….……………………………………………
1
Table of contents …………………………………………………………….
2
General safety warnings ……………………………………………………
3–4
Eye, ear & body protection …………………………………………………
3–4
Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………
4
Product safety notices – Owner’s registration ……………………………
4
General power tool safety warnings ………………………………………
5–7
Work area safety …………………………………………………………….
5
Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………
5
Personal safety ………………………………………………………………
6
Power tool use and care ……………………………………………………
6
Service ………………………………………………………………………..
7
Specific safety rules …………………………………………………………
7–10
Power Cell and charger safety instructions ……………………………….
10–12
Symbols ………………………………………………………………………
13
Know your GasLessTM trimmer …………………………………………….
14
Available accessories ……………………………………………………….
14
Contents ………………………………………………………………………
15
Charging the power cell …………………………………………………….
15
Assembly and operating …………………………………………………….
16–26
Adjusting the lower handle ………………………………………………….
16
Reloading the bump head with trimmer line ………………………………
16–17
Opening the bump head to recover trimmer line …………………………
17–18
Removing the bump head …………………………………………………..
18–19
Installing a new bump head ………………………………………………...
20
Motor control switches ………………………………………………………
21
Installing the Power Cell …………………………………………………….
23
Operating position …………………………………………………………...
23
Cutting methods ……………………………………………………………..
24–26
Trimming ……………………………………………………………………...
25
Scalping ………………………………………………………………………
25
Mowing ………………………………………………………………………..
25
Sweeping ……………………………………………………………………..
26
Edging ………………………………………………………………………...
26
Advancing the polymer line …………………………………………………
26
Maintenance ………………………………………………………………….
27
Replacement parts …………………………………………………………..
28
Warranty ……………………………………………………………………...
29–33
Warranty service …………………………………………………………….
34–37
Factory service request form ……………………………………………….
38–39
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH THE
MOST RECENT ANSI Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 SAFETY
STANDARDS.
FLYING DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage. Prescription
eyeglasses ARE NOT a replacement for proper eye protection. The
usage of a safety standard compliant face shield placed over proper
safety glasses or goggles can reduce the risk of facial injury.
WARNING: Non-compliant eyewear can cause serious injury if
broken during the operation of a power tool.
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EYE AND FACIAL PROTECTION
HEARING PROTECTION
This instruction manual includes the following:
General Safety Rules
Specific Safety Rules and Symbols
Functional Description
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Accessories
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
CAUTION: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this
manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: Use hearing protection if the surrounding
environment of the area of operation is loud.
WARNING: Retain this manual for future reference.
Provide this manual to all operators and be certain that they have
read and understand all the Safety Rules and Operating Instructions prior
to their using this tool.
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BODY PROTECTION
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
PRODUCT SAFETY NOTICES – OWNER’S REGISTRATION
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage
to the tool, use proper circuit protection.
The charger for this tool is wired at the factory for 100~240 V
operation. It must be connected to a 100~240 V, 15 A circuit that is
protected by a time-delayed fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or
fire, replace the power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged
in any way.
WARNING: Always wear non-slip gloves that fit properly to
protect your hands and to help you grip the tool.
WARNING: Always wear sturdy clothing with long sleeves and
long pants. Never operate the tool while wearing shorts, short
sleeve shirt or while shirtless.
WARNING: Always wear non-slip safety boots to prevent foot
injuries and slipping that could cause loss of control of the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
NOTICE: Please register your GasLess™ ELITE Trimmer tool, Power Cells
and Power Cell chargers online at WWW.COREOUTDOORPOWER.COM in
order to permit the receiving of product safety notices from CORE™
Outdoor Power for potential future safety guidance communications and /
or safety product recalls. Note: The registration of product model number
and serial number is for safety communications purposes only and is not
for warranty registration purposes.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety
warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Work Area Safety
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the liquids,
fumes or dust.
Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Electrical Safety
Charger plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) chargers.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electrical
shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
Do not expose power tools,
chargers or Power Cells to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering the
tool, chargers or Power Cells will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
power cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the charger. Keep the
power cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges, and moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
When operating a charger outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for
outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
If operating a charger in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a
residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. An RCD is also
known as a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) or earth leakage
circuit breaker (ELCB). Use of an
RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Personal Safety
Stay alert, be aware of your
surroundings, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating a power tool
may result in serious personal injury.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
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General Power Tool Safety Warnings –
Personal Safety – cont’d
Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes or boots,
sturdy gloves, durable long pants and
durable long sleeve shirt, [and hard hat,
or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions] will reduce
personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the trigger switches are in
the off-position before connecting
the Power Cell to the power tool, and
never pick up or carry the tool by the
trigger switches. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or
energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjustment key or
wrench before turning the power tool
on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry
or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Power tool use and
care
Do not force the tool. Use the correct
tool for the application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and
safer when used at the rate for which it
was designed.
Do not use a power tool if the switch
does not turn it on or off. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled using the
switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
Remove the Power Cell before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, replacing polymer line,
leaving the tool idle or unattended,
or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
Use the power tool and accessories
in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
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General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Service
Have your power tool or charger
serviced by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of
the power tool or charger is maintained.
WARNING: Know your
GasLessTM ELITE trimmer.
Do not plug in the charger
or install the Power Cell into the tool
until you have read and understand
this Instruction Manual. Learn the
tool’s applications and limitations, as
well as the general and specific
potential hazards related to this tool.
Following these instructions will reduce
the risk of electric shock, fire or serious
injury.
WARNING:
Always wear
appropriate eye
protection. Any power tool can throw
foreign objects into your eyes and
cause permanent eye damage.
ALWAYS wear appropriate safety
goggles or properly fitted safety glasses
that comply with OSHA standards and
the most recent version of ANSI Z87.1
or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 safety standards
[or other applicable national standard].
Ordinary vision or sun glasses generally
do not provide adequate impact or side
shield / wrap around penetration
protection. Ordinary glasses ARE NOT
safety glasses. To reduce the risk of
injury to your face CORETM Outdoor
Power recommends that you also wear
a face shield or face screen over your
safety goggles or safety glasses.
WARNING: Glasses, goggles or
face shields not in compliance with
ANSI Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3
could cause serious injury if they
break upon impact.
WARNING: Prevent
foot injuries! Never operate
when barefoot, or wearing
open toed shoes, or sandals. Always,
wear sturdy protective shoes or boots
with non-slip soles when operating the
trimmer. Steel-toed safety boots are
recommended.
WARNING: Protect your
hands by wearing heavy-duty,
non-slip gloves and to improve
your grip and control when handling the
trimmer.
Clothing must be durable and
snug-fitting, yet allow for
freedom of movement. Avoid
loose clothing such as
scarves, neckties, jewelry, flared or
cuffed pants, loose-fitting shirts or
jackets, unconfined longhair or anything
that can be caught in brush or
branches, or entangled with moving
parts of the trimmer. Secure hair to
above shoulder level. Wear long pants
of durable material to protect your legs.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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Cover as much of your body as possible
to help protect you from debris and
pieces of toxic and allergenic plants
being thrown by the spinning line.
WARNING:
Never use fixed
blades or metal saw
blades with this trimmer. Serious
injury may result. Never use wire or
metal-reinforced line or other
material in place of the polymer
trimmer line. Pieces of wire or metal
reinforced line can break off and can
be thrown with great force striking
against and injuring the operator or
bystanders.
Only use CORETM authorized polymer
trimmer line accessories and trimmer
line that are designed for use with this
tool. Although certain unauthorized
attachments might be fitted to the
CORE Outdoor PowerTM GasLess
TM
ELITE trimmer, their use may be
extremely dangerous, and / or
damaging to the tool.
WARNING: The rotating
trimmer line and trimmer head
will throw objects and debris
violently and the objects and
debris will ricochet in all
directions. You or
bystanders can be blinded
or injured. Keep children,
bystanders, pets and other
animals at least 50 feet (15
meters) away from the
operating trimmer. Turn the
trimmer OFF immediately if
approached, or if you are approaching
such bystanders. Bystanders should be
encouraged to wear eye protection,
even if they are kept at a distance. The
debris shield on the trimmer is designed
to reduce the danger. The debris shield
provided with your trimmer may not
protect the operator or bystanders from
all objects or debris thrown by the
rotating polymer line or trimmer head.
Thrown objects may also ricochet and
strike the operator or bystander.
Utilize extra caution, when the trimmer
is being used as an Edger or Sweeper,
especially near, or on paved or hard
surfaces, as pieces of metal, concrete,
brick, stones, gravel, sand, glass, sticks
and other objects can be thrown at high
speed and force by the rotating line and
such objects can be thrown, skip along
or ricochet long distances off of hard
surfaces. Do not use this trimmer for
sweeping debris that may contain hard
objects, e.g. pebbles, stones, sticks,
glass, metal, etc. as such hard objects
can be thrown with great force and
cause injury to the operator or
bystanders, and / or damage property,
e.g., screens, windows, building siding,
glass doors, or vehicles.
NOTICE: Avoid operating the trimmer
near property that can be easily
damaged by thrown or ricocheting
objects such as screens, windows,
building siding, glass doors and
vehicles.
WARNING: To reduce
the risk of ricochet / rebound
injury, or property damage
work by going away from any
nearby solid object such as wall, steps,
large stones, tree, etc. Use great care
when working close to solid objects.
Where hazardous conditions warrant,
do not use the power tool, rather do
trimming, edging, mowing or sweeping
by hand.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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WARNING: Inspect
the area to be trimmed for
hazards before each use.
Remove any foreign objects such as
sticks, rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
tools, toys, etc. which can be thrown by
or become entangled in the trimmer
line. Always locate, and then avoid
cutting near electrical power lines,
power conduit, or extension power
cords. Avoid contacting hard objects
with the trimmer head as the objects
can damage the trimmer head and / or
the objects can be thrown causing
serious injury.
Use this trimmer only for trimming,
scalping, mowing of grass and weeds,
and for light edging of lawns, and for
sweeping of only light lawn debris on
paved areas. Do not use this trimmer
for brush cutting, pruning or hedge
trimming. Never use this trimmer on
gravely or sandy areas.
WARNING: To
reduce the potential of
serious injury, cut only from
your left toward your right, in the
direction of the arrow on the deflector
shield. Cutting on the right side of the
deflector shield and moving directionally
towards your right will cause the debris
and objects to be thrown predominately
away from the operator thereby
reducing the risk of personal injury to
the operator, although the risk of injury
due to ricochet is not lessened.
Whereas cutting on the left-side of the
deflector shield or moving directionally
towards your left will cause for
comparatively more debris to be thrown
towards the operator thereby increasing
the risk of personal injury.
Hold the trimmer firmly with both hands
to ensure proper control. Never operate
the trimmer with one hand.
Keep the trimmer head below waist
level and away from all parts of your
body. Do not draw the trimmer head
towards your feet or legs.
WARNING: Always remove the
Power Cell when making
adjustments, changing accessories,
replacing the polymer trimmer line,
removing or untangling debris,
leaving the tool idle or unattended,
cleaning, servicing, storing or
transporting the tool. Such preventive
measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally and causing serious
injury.
Never use the trimmer with the deflector
shield removed, damaged or incorrectly
positioned. Serious injury may result.
Maintain firm footing and balance at all
times. Do not overreach or use the
trimmer from unstable surfaces such as
ladders, trees, steep slopes, slippery
surfaces, rooftops, etc.
Inspect the trimmer head before each
use. If any parts are worn or damaged,
replace them before using the trimmer.
Only use the polymer line size and type
recommended for the trimmer. Use of
any other type could result in serious
injury.
Use only in daylight or in good quality
artificial light.
Never use the trimmer for anything
other than its intended purpose. Use for
anything other than trimming grass and
weeds can be dangerous. It may also
damage the trimmer.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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WARNING: Dust created by use
of this product may contain
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals
are:
Compounds in fertilizers
Compounds in insecticides,
herbicides and pesticides
Arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber.
To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals, wear approved safety
equipment such as dust masks that are
specifically designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
Additionally, dust created by this
product may contain allergens, bacteria
and viruses, PM 10 and / or PM 2.5
particulates, exposure to such
hazardous airborne matter can be
reduced by wearing approved safety
equipment such as dust masks that are
specifically designed to filter out the
microscopic particles.
WARNING: Only use a
CESC8000 standard charger to
charge the CORETM Outdoor Power
CEC6600 Power Cell. Using any
other chargers to charge the
CEC6600 Power Cell may damage
the Power Cell and / or the charger
and cause fires, explosion,
hazardous fumes and possibly burns
or other serious injury.
WARNING: Fire Hazard.
Do not store or carry the Power Cell in a
manner in which metal objects could
contact the exposed metal terminals.
Do not place the Power Cell in aprons,
pockets, drawers, tool boxes, etc. with
metal objects, such as, but not limited
to, loose nails, screws, bolts, keys,
coins, staples, foil, etc. Such metal
objects could cause the Power Cell to
short circuit causing fire, explosion, and
hazardous fumes, resulting in personal
injury or property damage.
Never attempt to open, modify,
dismantle, reverse polarity, crush,
puncture or shred the Power Cell for
any reason.
If the housing of the Power Cell breaks,
cracks, swells, or is punctured
immediately discontinue its use and do
not recharge.
Do not charge or use the Power Cell if it
has been dropped or has received a
sharp blow, a heavy weight has been
imposed upon it, has been overheated,
or is cracked, crushed, deformed or
punctured. If a Power Cell has
sustained damaged, (as per above, or
otherwise) immediately isolate it in a
non-combustible, safe outside area,
remain a safe distance away but do not
leave it unattended. Such a damaged
Power Cell should be considered and
treated as a potentially thermally
unstable, flammable and hazardous
material. If the Power Cell ignites use
water spray, carbon dioxide, dry
chemical or foam extinguishers to
suppress. Avoid exposure to and
inhalation of hazardous fumes. Contact
hazardous materials authorities for
guidance as to appropriate handling
and prompt safe disposal of damaged
Power Cells. Make arrangements for
prompt safe disposal of a damaged
Power Cell per local hazardous material
regulations.
POWER CELL &
CHARGER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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Do not use or charge the Power Cell if it
is wet or shows any evidence of
corrosion.
WARNING: Leakage from the
Power Cell may occur under extreme
usage, charging or temperature
conditions, or if the Power Cell is
damaged, crushed or punctured. This
leakage indicates a failure of the Power
Cell and the Power Cell should be
properly disposed of per local
hazardous material regulations.
If this leakage gets on your skin, or
eyes follow these steps:
1. Wash skin immediately and
thoroughly with soap and water.
2. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush
immediately with clean water for a
minimum of 20 minutes and seek
immediate medical attention.
If the liquid gets onto your clothing or
shoes, remove, isolate and wash the
contaminated clothing thoroughly.
Do not wash, splash or immerse a
Power Cell in water or other liquids.
Keep the Power Cell out of the reach of
children and away from persons not
fully familiar with these instructions.
Do not expose the Power Cell to heat or
fire. Do not incinerate the Power Cell. It
can explode and emit hazardous fumes.
Do not store or use the Power Cell in
locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 105°F (40°C) such as
in outside sheds or metal buildings, tool
boxes, vehicle interiors or trunks during
summer. Avoid storing the Power Cell in
direct sunlight.
For air, vessel and ground transport
purposes, Lithium ion Power Cells are
classified as Class 9 Hazardous Goods,
subject to ICAO Technical Instructions
and IATA Dangerous Goods
Regulations and US Department of
Transportation and Transport Canada
Hazardous Material Regulations [HMR]
[and other applicable national
regulations]. Such Power Cells are
restricted from being placed in checked
in baggage and are subject to shipper
declarations, standards, quantity and
packaging regulations. Confirm with the
ground, vessel, air cargo or passenger
air travel service provider as to the most
current regulations to determine if your
lithium ion Power Cells are prohibited,
or subject to restrictions or exemptions
prior to shipping or travel with your
lithium Power Cells.
Do not remove the Power Cell from its
original packaging until it is required for
use.
Always keep the Power Cell clean and
dry. Wipe the terminals with a clean dry
cloth if they become dirty.
Storage Recommendations:
The best storage place for Power Cells
is a secure and safe place that is cool
and dry and away from direct sunlight
and excess heat or cold. Exposure to
excess or prolonged heat will degrade
the performance and the life expectancy
of the Power Cell.
Do not use an extension cord. Plug the
charger cord directly into an electrical
outlet.
POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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Use the charger only in a standard
100~240 V AC, 60/50 Hz electrical
outlet.
WARNING: Do not
use the charger in wet or
damp conditions. The
charger is intended for indoor use only.
Do not use outdoors. Do not expose to
dew, rain or garden sprinklers, frost, or
snow. Do not use the charger near
sinks or tubs. Do not immerse the
charger in water. Water entering the
chargers or Power Cells will increase
the risk of electric shock.
Do not operate chargers in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases
or dust. Chargers can create sparks
which may ignite the liquids, fumes or
dust.
Do not use the CORETM Outdoor Power
CESC8000 standard charger to charge
any batteries other than a CORETM
Outdoor Power CEC6600 Power Cell.
Charging other batteries may cause the
batteries to burst, catch fire, emit
hazardous fumes or explode.
Do not allow the charger cord to hang
over the edge of a table or counter, to
be placed in an area where it can
become entangled with moving objects,
or be a tripping hazard, or to contact
sharp or hot surfaces. The charger
should be placed away from sinks and
hot surfaces.
Do not leave a Power Cell on a
prolonged charge. Remove the Power
Cell after attaining a complete recharge
and unplug the charger when not in
further use.
Do not operate the charger if the cord or
plug is damaged. Have a qualified
technician replace the damaged cord
and plug immediately.
Do not operate the charger if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped,
crushed, cracked, punctured, immersed
or splashed with water or other liquids,
or otherwise damaged in any way. Have
a qualified technician examine the
charger and repair it if necessary. Do
not disassemble or modify the charger.
WARNING: When the charger is
plugged into the power supply, it can
become shorted by foreign conductive
material and cause sparks or fires.
Foreign conductive material such as,
but not limited to, metal shavings /
chips, steel wool, aluminum foil, nails,
staples, paper clips, should be kept
away from charger ventilation openings,
Power Cell retaining cavity and output
terminals.
Do NOT charge the Power Cell when
the work area or the Power Cell
temperature is at or below 0° C (32° F)
or above 45° C (113° F).
Unplug the charger when it is not in use
and before cleaning or maintenance.
POWER CELL RECYCLING
To preserve our natural resources, and
reduce landfill please recycle your
Power Cells at participating retailers, or
dispose of Power Cells properly in
accordance with Federal, State,
Provincial or local laws.
POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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NOTE: See Page 27 for detailed
information concerning preparation
for recycling power cells.
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