Electrical Safety; Extension Cables; Unwanted Tools And The Environment; The Black & Decker Guarantee - Black & Decker KC1261 Manual

into an electrical outlet. Keep the switch control
lever in the "Off" position when the tool is not in use
or when changing accessories.
• When drilling or driving screws into walls, floors
etc., check wherever "live" electrical wires may be
encountered. Do not touch any front metal parts of
the tool! Hold the tool only by the plastic housing.
• Do not store the tool in locations where the
temperature may reach or exceed 50˚C (120˚F) (such
as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
• Do not incinerate the drill/driver even if it is severely
damaged or completely worn out. The battery pack
can explode in a fire.
• A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may
occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature
conditions. This does not indicate a failure. However, if
the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on your
skin:
• Wash quickly with soap and water.
• Neutralise with a mild acid such as lemon juice
or vinegar.
• If battery liquid gets into your eyes, flush them
with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and
seek immediate medical attention.
(Medical note: The liquid is a 25-35% solution of
potassium hydroxide.)
• Do not attempt to open the housing of your drill or
charger.
• The supply cord of the charger should not be
replaced by the customer; if the cord is damaged it
should be replaced at an authorised Black & Decker
service repair agent.
• Ensure that the battery pack is correct for the tool.
• Ensure that the outside surface of the battery pack or
tool is clean and dry before plugging into the charger.
• Ensure that the battery is charged using the correct
charger provided with the tool or recommended by
the manufacturer. Incorrect use may result in a risk
of electric shock, overheating or leakage of
corrosive liquid from the battery.
• Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Save these instructions!

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Be sure the supply is the same as the voltage given on the
rating plate.

EXTENSION CABLES

Up to 30m (100ft) of Black & Decker 1.00mm
extension cable (or 3-core extension cordset, in
Australia and New Zealand) can be used without
undue loss of power.
Note: An extension cable should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension
cable could result in a risk of fire and electric shock.
If an extension cable must be used, make sure it is
properly wired, contains the correct rated fuse as
recommended in its literature and is in good
electrical condition.

UNWANTED TOOLS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Should you find one day that the tool needs
replacement or is of no further use, think of the
protection of the environment. Black & Decker
service agents will accept old tools and will
dispose of them in an environmentally safe way.
THE BLACK & DECKER GUARANTEE
(UK, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ONLY)
If the Black & Decker product becomes defective due
to faulty materials and workmanship, within 24 months
from the date of purchase, we guarantee to either
replace all defective parts or at our discretion, replace
the unit free of charge provided that:
• The product is returned to us or our authorised
repairers with evidence of date of purchase.
• The product has not been used for trade, professional
or hire purposes.
• The product has not been subjected to misuse
or neglect.
• The product has not sustained any damage through
foreign objects, substances or accidents.
• Repairs have not been attempted by anyone other
than our authorised repair distributors.
This guarantee is offered as an extra benefit and is
additional to the customers statutory rights.
AFTER SALES SERVICE FOR THE BLACK & DECKER
PRODUCT (UK, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ONLY)
Black & Decker offers a nationwide network of
authorised service agents. The use of other than genuine
Black & Decker accessories and parts may damage or
reduce the performance of your Black & Decker
product and may also endanger the user. The terms
and conditions of the warranty may also be effected.

OUR AFTER SALES SERVICE POLICY

(UK, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ONLY)
It is our aim that all Black & Decker customers should
be totally satisfied with their Black & Decker product
and after sales service, but if help or advice is
needed please contact your local Black & Decker
2 , 2-core
authorised repair agent who will be happy to help.
Full details of our after sales service and a list of
these agents can be found on the Internet at
www.2helpU.com.
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