6
21-18BC
Instruction & User Manual
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Intended Use
These chargers are intended for use only with
compatible JCB 18V power tools and lithium-
ion battery packs.
The charger must not be modified or used for
any other purposes than the ones described in
these instructions.
Battery
The charger must be disconnected from the
power supply when inserting or removing
the battery.
NOTE
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Do not use excessive force when
inserting or removing the battery
pack from the charger.
An incorrectly
connected battery can damage the battery
terminals or the battery socket on the
power tool or charger.
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Use the button on the battery to check the
charging status; 4 red LEDs indicates fully
charged, where 1 red LED indicates low
battery charge status.
Charging The Battery
After charging for the first time, ensure the
battery is completely discharged before
placing on charge again. Repeat this charging
and discharging cycle 4 to 5 times to ensure
the battery is correctly conditioned.
WARNING!
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Place the battery charger on a level and
stable surface. Connect the battery pack to
the charger so that it clicks in to place.
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Plug the charger into a suitable power
supply. Note: ensure the voltage on the
charger rating label matches the power
supply voltage.
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Refer to the Battery Charge Level table
below for battery charger status as displayed
by the charger indicator LED lights.
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When the battery pack is fully charged,
unplug the battery charger from the power
supply and remove the battery pack from
the charger.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY TECHNICAL DATA
Battery
Code
Battery
Size
Number
of cells
Voltage
Battery
Capacity
Charge Time
(Fast Charger)
Charge Time
(Super Fast Charger)
Charge Time
(Dual Charger)
21-20LI
Small
5
18V
2.0Ah
45 mins
30 mins
35 mins
21-30LI
Large
10
18V
3.0Ah
65 mins
40 mins
45 mins
21-40LI
Large
10
18V
4.0Ah
90 mins
55 mins
60 mins
21-50LI
Large
10
18V
5.0Ah
110 mins
65 mins
75 mins
Charger Fuse Rating:
T2.4A
T3.15A
T5A
Times given as a guide only. Battery charge and discharge times dependant on age, usage and condition.
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