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OPERATION
POWER INDICATOR
This NiCad battery pack is equipped with a power indicator which is used
to display the battery pack’s remaining run time. Press the power indicator
button to display the LED lights.
NOTE:
The power indicator can be used whether the battery is attached or
removed from tool.
LOW CAPACITY WARNING
If the four LED are off when the power indicator button is depressed, the
battery pack charge is under 20% capacity. Remove the tool from the
workpiece and charge the battery pack as needed.
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK
If the battery pack is above normal temperature range, the red LED on the
charger will illuminate and the green LED will be off. When the battery pack
cools down to approximately 104°F (40°C), the charger will automatically
begin charging.
CHARGING A COLD BATTERY PACK
If the battery pack is below the normal temperature range, the red LED on the
charger will illuminate and the green LED will be off. When the battery warms
to a temperature of more than 41°F (5°C), the charger will automatically begin
charging.
WHEN TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK
Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible
problems. The battery should be charge until the green LED on the charger
comes on.
80-100%
Charge
60-79%
Charge
40-59%
Charge
20-39%
Charge
Under 20%
Charge
High/low
temperature
BATTERY
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