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(Original instructions)
Intended use
Your Black & Decker Thermal Leak Detector has been
designed to easily detect energy leaks in your home. This
product is intended for consumer use only.
Safety instructions
General power tool safety warnings
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Warning! When using battery-powered
appliances, basic safety precautions, including
the following, should always be followed to
reduce the risk of re, leaking batteries, personal
injury and material damage.
u Read all of this manual carefully before using the
appliance.
u The intended use is described in this manual. The use of
any accessory or attachment or the performance of any
operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
u Retain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
Always take care when using the appliance.
u Do not immerse the appliance in water.
u Do not open body casing. There are no user-serviceable
parts inside.
u Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of ammable liquids, gases or
dust.
u Never look directly into the light or shine the light into
another persons eyes.
Safety of others
u This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
u Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
After use
u When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry,
well ventilated place out of the reach of children.
u Children should not have access to stored appliances.
u When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle it
should be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent
movement following sudden changes in speed or
direction.
u The appliance should be protected from direct sunlight,
heat and moisture.
Inspection and repairs
u Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective
parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
u Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or
defective.
u Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorised repair agent.
u Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than
those specied in this manual.
Additional safety warnings
u If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin: Wash
area off completely with plenty of water. Remove
contaminated clothing.
u If liquid crystal gets into your eye: Flush the affected
eye with clean water and then seek medical attention.
u If liquid crystal is swallowed: Flush your mouth
thoroughly with water then seek medical attention.
Additional safety instructions for non-rechargeable
batteries
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Warning! Batteries can explode, or leak, and
can cause injury or re, to reduce this risk:
u Make sure that the on/off switch is in the off position
before inserting the battery(s). Inserting batteries into
power tools and appliances that have the switch on invites
accidents.
u Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
u Carefully follow all instructions and warnings on the
battery label and package.
u Always insert batteries correctly with regard to polarity (+
and -), marked on the battery and the equipment.
u Do not short battery terminals.
u Do not charge batteries.
u Do not mix old and new batteries. Replace all of them at
the same time with new batteries of the same brand and
type
u Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
u Remove batteries if the device will not be used for several
months.
u Never attempt to open for any reason.
u Do not store in locations where the temperature may
exceed 40 °C.