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If you have any questions, call 1-800-9-BD TOOL (1-800-923-8665)

9.6, 12, 14.4 Volt Cordless Worklights

2909, 2912, 2914

Please take time to read this manual and pay particular attention to the safety
rules we’ve provided for your protection. If you have any questions about
your tool please call:

1-800-9-BD TOOL

(1-800-923-8665)

NOTE: Your 2909 worklight operates on a 9.6V power pack (97046 or
97148) Your 2912 worklight operates on a 12V power pack (97150 or
97051). Your 2914 worklight operates on a 14.4V power pack (97152).
Power packs are sold separately.

WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal
injury, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Rules for Worklights

1. WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE FLASHLIGHT OR CHARGER NEAR

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR IN GASEOUS OR EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERES. INTERNAL SPARKS MAY IGNITE FUMES. 

2. WARNING: Lens and bulb become hot during use.

During or immediately after use, don’t lay worklight flat on lens
surface.

Don’t touch lens surface when bulb is lit.

Handle worklight with care around any flammable surface.

If bulb has been lit, let worklight cool for several minutes before
changing bulb. 

Safety Rules for Chargers

1. Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings

on (1) charger, (2) battery pack, and (3) product using battery pack.

2. DANGER: 120 volts present at charging terminals. Do not probe with

conductive objects. Danger of electric shock or electrocution.

3. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger.

Danger of electric shock or electrocution.

4. The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work

together. DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any
chargers other than the ones in this manual.

5. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather

than cord when disconnecting charger.

7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped

over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.

Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric
shock, or electrocution. 

9. Two wire cords can be used with 2 or 3 wire extension cords. Only

round jacketed extension cords should be used, and we recommend
that they be listed by Underwriters Laboratories (U.L.) (C.S.A. in
Canada.) The letters WA on the cord jacket indicate that the cord is
suitable for outdoor use.

10.An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American

Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cable, that is 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18 gauge. When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size.

CHART FOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE (AWG) OF EXTENSION CORDS

NAMEPLATE RATING AMPS - 0 - 10.0 

Total Extension Cord Length (feet)

25

50

75

100 125 150 

175

Wire Gauge

18

18

16

16 14

14

12

11.The charger is ventilated through slots in the top and the bottom of

the housing. Do not place any object on top of the charger or place
the charger on a soft surface that might block the ventilation slots
and result in excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a position
away from any heat source.

12.Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — have them

replaced immediately.

13.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped,

or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to an authorized B&D
service center.

14.Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized B&D service

center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock, electrocution or fire.

15.To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before

attempting any cleaning. Removing the battery pack will not reduce
this risk.

16.NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together.
17.DO NOT store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the

temperature may reach or exceed 105°F (such as outside sheds or
metal buildings in summer).

18.The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical

power (120 volts). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage!

Safety Rules for Batteries

1. Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is

completely worn out.The battery pack can explode in a fire.

2. A small leakage of liquid from the battery pack cells may occur under

extreme usage or temperature conditions. This does not indicate a
failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on
your skin: 
a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
c. 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 25-35% solution of potassium
hydroxide.)

3. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic

housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue
use and do not recharge.

4. Do not carry extra battery packs in aprons, pockets, or tool boxes

along with other metal objects. Battery pack could be short circuited
causing damage to the battery pack and possibly causing severe burn
or fire.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

Charging Procedure 

98014/97014 (1 Hour Chargers) only 

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate AC power outlet. 

2. Insert the battery pack into the charger, as shown in Figure 1, making

sure the pack is fully seated in the charger. The red (charging) light
will blink continuously indicating that the charging process has
started. 

3. The battery pack will be fully charged in about 1 hour under most

conditions. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light
remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be
used at this time or left in the charger.

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