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charger. DO NOT modify the battery pack
in any way to fit into a noncompatible
charger as battery pack may rupture
causing serious personal injury.
•
Do not charge or use battery in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery from the
charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
•
If battery contents come into contact
with the skin, immediately wash area
with mild soap and water.
If battery liquid
gets into the eye, rinse water over the
open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation
ceases. If medical attention is needed, the
battery electrolyte for Lithium-Ion batteries
is composed of a mixture of liquid organic
carbonates and lithium salts.
•
Contents of opened battery cells may
cause respiratory irritation.
Provide
fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek
medical attention.
WARNING:
Burn hazard.
Battery
liquid may be flammable if exposed to
spark or flame.
•
Charge the battery packs only in
BLACK+DECKER
chargers.
•
DO NOT splash or immerse in water or
other liquids.
This may cause premature
cell failure.
•
Do not store or use the tool and
battery pack in locations where the
temperature may reach or exceed
105°F (40˚C) (such as outside sheds or
metal buildings in summer).
WARNING:
Never attempt to open the
battery pack for any reason. If battery pack
case is cracked or damaged, do not insert
into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage
battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or
charger that has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, run over or damaged in any
way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a
hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery
packs should be returned to service center
for recycling.
WARNING:
Fire hazard. Do not store
or carry battery so that metal objects can
contact exposed battery terminals.
For
example, do not place battery in aprons,
pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes,
drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys,
etc.
Transporting batteries can possibly
cause fires if the battery terminals
inadvertently come in contact with
conductive materials such as keys, coins,
hand tools and the like.
The US Department
of Transportation Hazardous Material
Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit
transporting batteries in commerce or on
airplanes (i.e., packed in suitcases and
carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are properly
protected from short circuits. So when
transporting individual batteries, make sure
that the battery terminals are protected and
well insulated from materials that could
contact them and cause a short circuit.
NOTE: Lithium-Ion batteries should not be
put in checked baggage.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
1. The best storage place is one that is
cool and dry away from direct sunlight and
excess heat or cold.
2. Long storage will not harm the battery
pack or charger.
CHARGING PROCEDURE
BLACK+DECKER chargers are designed to
charge BLACK+DECKER battery packs.
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate
outlet before inserting the battery pack.
2. Insert the battery pack into the charger
as shown in figure A.
A
3. The green LED will flash indicating
that the battery is being charged.
4. The completion of charge is
indicated by the green LED
remaining on continuously. The pack is
fully charged and may be used at this
time or left on the charger.
Recharge discharged batteries as soon
as possible after use or battery life
may be greatly diminished. For longest
battery life, do not discharge batteries
fully. It is recommended that the batteries
be recharged after each use.
CHARGER DIAGNOSTICS
This charger is designed to detect certain
problems that can arise with the battery packs
or the power source. Problems are indicated
by one LED flashing in different patterns.
BAD BATTERY
The charger can detect a weak or
damaged battery. The red LED flashes
in the pattern indicated on the label. If you see
this bad battery blink pattern, do not continue
to charge the battery. Return it to a service
center or a collection site for recycling.
HOT/COLD PACK DELAY
When the charger detects a battery
that is excessively hot or excessively
