Alemite 597 Series, Service Manual

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Battery and Charger Safety Rules
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions
for Battery part number 343521 and Battery Chargers 343500,
343501 and 343523.
WARNING
Before using the Battery Charger read all instructions and
cautionary markings on Battery Charger
(53) , Battery (39) , and
products using the Battery.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in
a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be
used, make sure it is 18- gauge. Check to ensure that the pins
on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size,
and shape as those of the plug on the Charger. Make sure that
the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
Do not incinerate the Battery, even if it is severely damaged or
completely worn out. The Battery may explode in fire.
If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, it's service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
C AUTION
• Do not expose the Charger to rain, snow, or frost.
• Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not operate the Charger with damaged cord or plug.
Replace immediately.
• Do not operate the Charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way.
• Do not disassemble the Charger.
• The Charger is designed to operate on standard household
electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage.
• Consecutive charging may cause overheating. If you need to
recharge the Battery consecutively, wait for about 15 minutes
to allow the Charger to cool.
• Do not insert foreign material into the slot for the Battery in
the Charger stand.
• Do not disassemble the Battery.
• Do not store the gun and Battery assembly in locations where
the temperature may reach or exceed 104°F (40°C).
• Do not short-circuit the Battery.
• Do not place the Charger in an area of extreme heat or cold. It
works best at normal room temperature.
Battery Charger Operation
Charge the Battery only with the Charger provided or optional
mobile charger 343289. Make sure power circuit voltage is same as
that shown on the charger specifications plate. Ensure the Battery
properly engages with the charger’s contacts.
The Battery will become slightly warm to the touch while charging.
This is normal and does not indicate a problem.
Leaving the Battery in the Charger
The Battery can be left connected in the Charger with the green LED
glowing indefinitely. The Charger will keep the Battery fresh and ful-
ly charged. The Charger features an automatic tune-up mode which
equals or balances the individual cells within the Battery to enable
it to function at peak capacity. Batteries should be tuned-up weekly
or whenever the Battery no longer delivers the same amount of
work. To use the automatic tune-up mode, place the Battery in the
Charger for a minimum of 8 hours.
Function of Red and Green Lights
When the charger is powered on, the Green light will flash one time.
LED Light Description
Green Light Flashing Charging.
Green Light On Battery is fully charged.
Red Light Flashing at 4HZ Bad Battery condition. The Charger
has the ability to detect a weak or
damaged battery. If this LED function
occurs, do not continue to charge the
Battery. Return it to a service center or
a collection site for recycling.
Red Light Flashing at 1HZ/5HZ Hot/Cold Battery. When the Charger
detects that a Battery is excessively hot
or cold, charging is suspended until the
Battery has normalized. Once battery
is at a temperature between to 40° F
(4° C) and 104° F (40° C), the charger
automatically switches to Charging
mode. Battery overheating could be
attributed to:
• Long continuous running
• Hot ambient temperature
• One or more cells are damaged
Table 4
– Charging status
SER 597
Cordless Grease Gun
Alemite, LLC 11 Version 1 (12-17)