-13-- Never store rechargeable battery packs togetherwith metal objects. There is a risk of short-circuits.- Do not charge any third-party rechargeablebatteries. The device is only intended for chargingMAFELL lithium-ion rechargeable batteries withvoltages of 10.8 V.- Do not reach inside the device with conductiveobjects, as mains voltage is applied to certainareas.- Do not charge any damaged rechargeable batterypack, but replace it immediately.- Never carry the device by its cable and do notsuspend it from the cable.- Children and adolescents may not operate thisappliance. Exempted from this are adolescentsusing the appliance under the supervision of anexpert for the purpose of their training.- Only use original MAFELL spare parts,accessories or special accessories. Otherwise, themanufacturer will not accept any warranty claimsand cannot be held liable.4 Components(Fig. 1)(1) Rechargeable battery (is not part of the charger)(2) Charging duct(3) Operating mode display(4) Warning display5 Initial operationThe APS 10 M rechargeable power station is totallyinsulated according to class II.Prior to commissioning make sure that the mainsvoltage agrees with the operating voltage stated onthe machine's rating plate.Devices generating direct current such as the one onhand could influence simple earth leakage circuitbreakers. Therefore, use one of type F or better witha tripping current of max. 30 mA.5.1 Self-test Plug in the mains plug. The warning display (4) and the operating modedisplay (3) will light up in succession for approx.1 second.6 Operation6.1 Charging the rechargeable batteryPush the rechargeable batterypack(1) into the charging duct up tothe limit stop (2).The operating mode display (3) isblinking and the rechargeablebattery pack is charged.6.2 Trickle chargeOnce charging is complete, thecharger switches automatically totrickle charge. The rechargeablebattery pack can remain inside thecharger and is thus always readyfor operation. The operating modedisplay (3) lights up constantly.7 Service and maintenanceDangerPull the power plug during allservice work.Always keep the appliance clean.If the appliance fails despite diligent manufacturingand test procedures, an authorised customer servicestation for MAFELL electrical tools must carry out therepair.Store the appliance in a dry and frost-proof place.If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced bya MAFELL customer service station, because specialtools are required for this.DangerOnly use MAFELL accessories andspare parts. Have components, thereplacement of which has not beendescribed, replaced at a MAFELLcustomer service station.