Storage
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Tape off exposed rechargeable battery con-
tacts to avoid a short circuit.
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Secure the rechargeable battery against
shifting in the packaging to avoid damage to
the rechargeable battery.
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Ensure the correct marking and documenta-
tion of the shipment for transport or shipping
(e.g. by parcel service or freight forwarding).
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Check in advance that transport with the se-
lected service provider is possible and indi-
cate the shipment.
We recommend involving a hazardous goods
specialist in preparation of the shipment. Also
heed any further national regulations.
11 STORAGE
11.1 Storing the tool
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Remove the rechargeable battery from the
appliance after every use.
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Thoroughly clean the appliance and – if pres-
ent – attach all covers.
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Store the appliance in a dry, lockable place
out of the reach of children.
Carry out the following jobs before intervals in
work lasting for longer than 30 days:
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Empty the oil tank for the saw chain oil.
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Remove the saw chain and chain bar, clean
and spray with corrosion protection oil.
IMPORTANT! Risk of damage to the tool.
Dried/sticky saw chain oil can lead to damage to
oil-channelling components or the oil pump after
lengthy storage.
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Remove the saw chain oil from the tool be-
fore an extended period of storage.
11.2 Storing the rechargeable battery and
charging unit
NOTE For detailed information, heed the
separate operating instructions for the recharge-
able battery and for the charging unit.
12 DISPOSAL
Information on the German Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Act (ElectroG)
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Electrical and electronic appliances do
not belong in household waste, but
should be collected and disposed of
separately.
443176_a
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Used batteries or rechargeable batteries that
are not installed permanently in the old appli-
ance must be removed before disposal. Their
disposal is regulated by the battery law.
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Owners or users of electrical and electronic
appliances are obliged by law to return them
after use.
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The end user bears personal responsibility
for deleting his personal data from the old ap-
pliance to be disposed of.
The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin
means that electrical and electronic appliances
may not be disposed of in the household rubbish.
Electrical and electronic appliances can be hand-
ed in at the following places at no charge:
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Public service disposal or collection points
(e.g. municipal building yards)
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Points of sale of electrical appliances (sta-
tionary and online) provided traders are
obliged to take them back or offer this volun-
tarily.
These statements only apply to appliances that
are installed and sold in the countries of the Eu-
ropean Union and are subject to European Direc-
tive 2012/19/EU. Different provisions may apply
to the disposal of electrical and electronic appli-
ances in countries outside the European Union.
Information on the German Battery Act
(BattG)
■
Used batteries and rechargeable bat-
teries do not belong in household
waste, but should be collected and dis-
posed of separately.
■
For safe removal of batteries or rechargeable
batteries from the electrical appliance and for
information on their type or chemical system,
follow the further information within the oper-
ating or installation instructions.
■
Owners or users of batteries and recharge-
able batteries are obliged by law to return
them after use. Return is limited to the han-
dover of customary household quantities.
Used batteries can contain harmful substances or
heavy metals that can cause damage to the envi-
ronment and human health. Reuse of the used
batteries and use of the resources contained
therein contributes to the protection of these two
essential commodities.
The symbol of the crossed-through rubbish bin
means that batteries and rechargeable batteries
may not be disposed of in household rubbish.
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