DeWalt DCR017-XE, Instruction Manual

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Indicator Light Operation
PACK CHARGING
PACK CHARGED
x
HOT/COLD DELAY
PROBLEM PACK OR CHARGER
PROBLEM POWERLINE
Charge Indicators
This charger is designed to detect certain problems that can arise. Problems are indicated
by the red light flashing at a fast rate. If this occurs, re-insert the battery pack into the
charger. If the problem persists, try a different battery pack to determine if the charger
is working properly. If the new pack charges correctly, then the original pack is defective
and should be returned to a service center or other collection site for recycling. If the new
battery pack elicits the same trouble indication as the original, have the charger and the
battery pack tested at an authorized service center.
HOT/COLD DELAY
This charger has a hot/cold delay feature: when the charger detects a battery that is
hot, it automatically starts a delay, suspending charging until the battery has cooled.
After the battery has cooled, the charger automatically switches to the pack charging
mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red light flashes long, then
short while in the hot/cold delay mode.
LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK IN THE CHARGER
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the charge indicator showing
Pack Charged.
WEAK BATTERY PACKS: Weak batteries will continue to function but should not be
expected to perform as much work.
FAULTY BATTERY PACKS: This charger will not charge a faulty battery pack. The
charger will indicate faulty battery pack by refusing to light or by displaying problem pack
or charger.
• 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 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.
Battery Charger Function
Your DCR017 D
E
WALT radio can be also use as D
E
WALT Battery charger. Be sure to
read all charger safety instruction before using this function.
Only XR 10.8V, 14.4V and 18V Li-Ion slide battery are compatible with this charger.
Charging Process (Fig. 2, 3)
1. Plug the charger/radio into an appropriate outlet before inserting the battery pack.
2. Insert the battery pack (J) into the charger, as
J
FIG. 2
shown in Figure 1, making sure the pack is
fully seated in charger. The red (charging)
light will blink continuously, indicating that the
charging process has started.
3. 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.
Refer to the Indicator Light Operation table for the
state of charge of the battery pack.
The charge indicator light (I) will indicate the state of charge of the battery pack, when
a battery is being charged.