Safety Guidelines/Definitions; Important Safety Instructions - Black & Decker PPRH5B Instruction Manual

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user' s authority to operate the
equipment.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: Read all instructions before operating power station. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicatire tes potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in property damage.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of
tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage. There are certain applications for
which tools and equipment are designed. Manufacturer strongly recommends that this product NOT be
modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. Read and understand all
warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment.

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• This unit was designed for household use only.
GENERAL INSTRucTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE,
ELEcTRIc SHOcK, BuRST HAZARD, OR INJuRY TO PERSONS
OR PROPERTY
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating this unit. Failure to follow all instructions in
this manual may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Don't use appliances in damp or wet locations. Don't use
appliances in the rain.
• KEEP CHIlDREN AWAy. All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
• DRESS PROPERly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
Rubber gloves and substantial, non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• STORE IDlE APPlIANCE INDOORS. When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry,
and high or locked-up place – out of reach of children.
• DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• DISCONNECT APPlIANCES. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use,
before servicing, and when changing accessories.
• GROUND FAUlT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) PROTECTION should be provided on the circuits or
outlets to be used. Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
• USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHmENTS. The use of any accessory or attachment not
recommended for use with this appliance could be hazardous. Refer to the accessory section of this
manual for further details.
• STAy AlERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you
are tired.
• CHECK FOR DAmAGED PARTS. Any part that is damaged should be replaced by the manufacturer
before further use. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off. Contact the manufacturer at
(877) 571-2391 for more information.
• DO NOT operate this appliance near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
• NEvER SUBmERGE THIS UNIT IN WATER; do not expose it to rain, snow or use when wet.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect the unit from any power source before attempting
maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls without disconnecting will not reduce this risk.
• THIS EqUIPmENT EmPlOyS PARTS (SWITCHES, RElAyS, ETC.) THAT PRODUCE ARCS OR
SPARKS. Therefore, if used in a garage or enclosed area, the unit MUST be placed not less than 18
inches above the floor.
• DO NOT use this unit to operate appliances that need more than 5 amps to operate from the 12 volt
DC accessory outlet.
• DO NOT insert foreign objects into the USB port, the 12 volt DC accessory outlet or the 120 volt AC
outlet.
SPEcIFIc SAFETY INSTRucTIONS FOR cHARGING THIS uNIT
• ImPORTANT: This unit is delivered in a partially charged state. Fully charge unit with a household
extension cord (not supplied) for a full 40 hours before using for the first time. You cannot
overcharge the unit using the AC charging method.
• All ON/OFF switches should be in the OFF position when the unit is charging or not in use. Make
sure all switches are in the OFF position before connection to a power source or load.
Extension cords:
• WARNING: Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. When
using an extension cord, make sure that the pins of the extension cord are the same number, size
and shape as those in the charger; and be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.
MINIMUM GAGE FOR CORD SETS
Volts
120V 0-25
(0-7.6m)
240V 0-50
(0-15.2m)
Ampere Rating
0'-25'
More Not more
Than Than
0 - 6 18
6 - 10 18
10 - 12 16
12 - 16 14
Total Length of Cord in Feet
26-50 51-100 101-150
(7.6-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m) (30.4-45.7m)
51-100 101-200 201-300
(15.2-30.4m) (30.4-60.9m) (60.9-91.4m)
Extension Cord Length
26'-50' 51 '-100 ' 101' -150 '
American Wire Gage (AWG)
16 16 14
16 14 12
16 14 12
12 Not Recommended