9 - English
OPERATION
Always turn the radio/charger off before disconnecting it
from the power source.
NOTE: Always remove the battery pack from the radio/
charger before unplugging the unit from a power
source, or before plugging the unit into a power source.
Connecting the product to a power source with the
battery pack installed could affect the performance of the
radio/charger or the battery pack.
CHARGING
See Figures 3 - 5, page ii.
Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to
prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge
them before first use. If the charger does not charge the
battery pack under normal circumstances, return both
the battery pack and radio/charger to your nearest repair
center for electrical check.
This product charges battery packs in as little as 6 hours,
depending upon the type of battery pack.
Connect the radio/charger to an AC power supply.
NOTE: Make sure the power supply is normal
household voltage,
120 volts, AC only, 60 Hz.
Install battery pack into the radio/charger as described
earlier.
Press on the battery pack to be sure contacts on the
battery pack engage properly with contacts in the
radio/charger.
Do not place the radio/charger or battery pack in an
area of extreme heat or cold. It will work best at normal
room temperature.
The battery pack may become slightly warm to the
touch while charging. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem.
When the battery pack is fully charged, remove the
battery pack.
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK
When using a tool continuously, the battery pack may
become hot. A hot battery pack may be placed directly
into the radio/charger but charging will not begin until
the battery temperature cools to within acceptable
temperature range. When the battery pack cools to
approximately 120°F (40°C), the radio/charger will
automatically begin charging.
CHARGING A COLD BATTERY PACK
A cold battery pack may be placed directly into the radio/
charger but charging will not begin until the battery
temperature warms to within acceptable temperature
range. When the battery pack warms to approximately
32°F (0°C), the charger will automatically begin charging.
LED FUNCTIONS
See Figure 5, page ii.
MODE
LED
ACTION
Evaluating
Flashing
Battery is being tested. If battery is hot or cold, charger will begin charging when
temperature reaches an appropriate level.
Charging
Flashing
Battery is being charged.
Charged
On
Battery pack is fully charged and charger is in Energy Save mode.
• If charger indicates “Evaluate” for longer than 30 minutes at room temperature, battery pack may be defective. Try to
repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reintalling the battery pack. If the LED status repeats a second
time, try charging a different battery.
• If a different battery charges normally, dispose of the defective pack (see battery pack operator’s manual).
• If a different battery also indicates “Evaluate” for longer than 30 minutes, the charger may be defective.
