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CHARGING YOUR BATTERIES
This tool has been shipped in a low charge condition. You should charge it prior to use.
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Plug the charger into a 240V power outlet. Connect the charger jack to the
charger cradle socket.
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With the battery sitting flat on a bench/table, slide the charging cradle into the
recess of the battery terminals ensuring a firm connection. Upon proper
contact, the red light will illuminate.
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The batteries will take 5-7 hours to charge. This may vary up to 9 hours due to
the level of charge left in the batteries and also the ambient temperature.
Caution:
Charger does not automatically turn off when the battery is fully charged.
Please take care not to leave the tool on the charger for excessive periods of time.
Red indicator light will go out once the battery has been fully charged. Switch off
the charger at mains when charging is complete.
NOTE:
If light on the charger cradle fails to come on.
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Check the adaptor is securely plugged into the wall outlet and is switched on.
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Check battery is firmly seated onto the charger cradle.
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Check that the charger jack is securely connected into the charger cradle socket.
Initial Charge
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Charge your battery for 8-12 hours then use it until it runs down and only
slowly operates the tool.
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Connect your battery pack to the charger and recharge for 8-12 hours again.
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Once again run your tool until only a small amount of charge remains.
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Repeat the above cycle about 4 or 5 times. This should set the battery
“memory”, then charge for 5 - 7 hours.
Important Charging Notes
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The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while charging. This
is a normal condition, and does not indicate a problem.
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Use the charger at normal room temperatures whenever possible. To prevent
overheating, do not cover the charger and do not charge the battery pack in
direct sunlight or near heat sources.
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If the battery pack does not charge properly:-
1. Check current at power outlet by plugging in a lamp or other appliance.
2. If charging problems persist, have the complete tool checked by an
electrician or a power tool repairer.
Battery
The length of service from each charging cycle will depend on the type of work you
are doing. The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide maximum
trouble free life. However, like all batteries, they will eventually wear out.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the following:
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Store and charge your batteries in a cool area. Temperatures above or below
normal room temperature will shorten battery life.
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Never store batteries in a discharged condition. Recharge them immediately
after they are discharged.
