Follow these important tips for battery safety,
selection, use, & disposal.
Choose batteries from the original power tool manufacturer, engineered to work optimally with corresponding power tools.
Always transport and store your Li-ion battery away from metals such as keys, coins, screws and nails, as well as liquids.
If your battery reaches the end of its life, don’t throw it away. Take it to a recycling center, or place it in a receptacle designed for recycling batteries.
Original manufacturer components share the same circuitry to best operate with matching power tools. Accept no substitute.
Original manufacturer batteries contain smart technology to monitor and maintain peak battery health.
Aftermarket and counterfeit batteries may not include all the safety design features or undergo proper testing and quality controls.
Always transport your battery away from contact with metal objects or liquids, which present a safety hazard.
Always store your battery as instructed in the owner's manual and follow manufacturer guidelines for safe storage and operating temperatures.
Stop use if it begins to overheat or is damaged, dropped, or modified.
If your battery is damaged, contact the manufacturer. If it has reached the end of its life:
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Overheating batteries require immediate attention. The steps you take can help protect your tools and surroundings. Learn how to safely deal with an overheating lithium-ion battery: bit.ly/4tv5nsR
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Don’t toss old batteries into the garbage! When it’s time to dispose of your battery, use official battery recycling centers to ensure they’re disposed of properly. |