BOSCH PBA 18V 4.0Ah Li-Ion Power for All Battery User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Bosch
Table of Contents
POWER FOR ALL
System PBA 18V
PBA 18V 4.0Ah Li-Ion Power for All Battery
Safety instructions
Read all the safety information and general instructions. Failure to
observe the safety information and general instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all the safety information and general in- structions for future
reference.
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These safety instructions apply only to 18V Bosch Li-ion rechargeable batteries for the POWER FOR ALL system.
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Use the rechargeable battery only in products from POWER FOR ALL System partners. 18 V rechargeable batteries labelled with POWER FOR ALL are fully compatible with the following products:
– All products of the Bosch 18V POWER FOR ALL battery system
– All 18 V products from POWER FOR ALL System partners -
Observe the battery recommendations in the operating manual of your product. Only this way can the rechargeable battery and the product be operated without danger and the rechargeable batteries protected from hazardous overloading.
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Only charge the batteries using chargers recommended by the manufacturer or by POWER FOR ALL system partners. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery may pose a fire risk when used with a different battery.
Battery type| Compatible chargers
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PBA 18V…| AL 18… -
The battery is supplied partially charged. To ensure full battery capacity, fully charge the battery in the charger before using your power tool for the first time.
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Keep battery packs out of the reach of children.
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Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuiting.
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In case of damage and improper use of the battery, vapours may be emitted. The battery can set alight or explode. Ensure the area is well ventilated and seek medical attention should you experience any adverse effects. The vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
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If used incorrectly or if the battery is damaged, flammable liquid may be ejected from the battery. Contact with this liquid should be avoided.
If contact accidentally occurs, rinse off with water. If the liquid comes into contact with your eyes, seek additional medical attention. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. -
If the battery is damaged liquid can be ejected and cover nearby surfaces. Check affected parts. Clean these parts or change them if necessary.
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Do not short-circuit the battery pack. When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
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The battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers or by force applied externally. An internal short circuit may occur, causing the battery to burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
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Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.
Protect the battery against heat, e.g. against continuous intense sunlight, fire, dirt, water and moisture.
There is a risk of explosion and short-circuiting. -
Only operate and store the battery at an ambient temperature between -20 °C and +50 °C.
Do not leave the battery in your car in the summer, for example. At temperatures of < 0 °C some devices may experience a loss of power. -
Only charge the battery at an ambient tem- perature which is between 0 °C and +35 °C.
Only charge the rechargeable battery with a USB cable at an ambient temperature which is between +10 °C and +35 °C. Charging outside of this temperature range can increase the risk of damage to the battery and pose a fire hazard.
Maintenance and Service
Maintenance and Cleaning
Occasionally clean the ventilation slots and the terminals on the battery
using a soft brush that is clean and dry.
- Do not use any chemical substances to clean the rechargeable battery.
Transport
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation
requirements. The batteries are suitable for road-transport by the user
without further restrictions.
When shipping by third parties (e.g.: by air transport or forwarding agency),
special requirements on packaging and labelling must be observed. For
preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous
material is required.
Dispatch battery packs only when the housing is undamaged. Tape or mask off
open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging. Please also observe the possibility of more detailed
national regulations.
Disposal
** Do not dispose of batteries with household waste!
Batteries and packaging should be sorted for environmentally friendly
recycling.
Only for EU countries:
According to the Directive 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery
packs/batteries, must be collected separately and disposed of in an
environmentally correct manner.
Only for United Kingdom:**
According to the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (SI
2009/890) (as amended), battery packs/batteries that are no longer usable must
be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.
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