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For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
Store the battery pack where the temperature is between
50° F to 80° F and away from moisture.
Store battery packs in a 30%-50% charged condition.
Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or
dispose of batteries properly.
This product contains lithium-ion batteries. Local,
state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of
lithium-ion batteries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
WARNING!
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with
heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or
disassemble battery pack or remove any of its components.
Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Also,
never touch both terminals with metal objects and/or body
parts as short circuit may result. Keep away from children.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire
and/or serious injury.
LED INDICATOR
The LED indicator shows the charge status of the battery pack
when connected to a USB-C cable.
LED FUNCTIONS
CHARGE STATUS
FLASHING
CHARGING
SOLID
FULLY CHARGED
• Attempt to charge above
122° F
• Attempt to charge below
32° F
OFF
ERROR
•
Power supply or USB-C
cable error.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK WITH A
USB-C CABLE
See Figure 1.
Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to prevent
possible problems. Therefore, you should charge prior to first
use. If the charger does not charge the battery pack under
normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger
to your nearest Authorized Service Center for electrical check.
Charge the battery pack only with the recommended charger
or a UL listed USB source.
Refer to charger operator’s manual for charging instructions
or follow the instructions below for USB charging.
To charge the battery pack using a UL listed USB source:
Remove the battery pack from the tool, if applicable.
Insert the USB-C cable into the battery pack as shown.
Connect the USB-C cable to a UL listed USB adaptor or
power source.
MAINTENANCE
Make sure the adaptor or power source is connected to
normal household voltage, 120 volts, AC only, 60 Hz.
Remove the USB-C cable and disconnect the adaptor or
power source once the battery pack is fully charged.
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK
When using a tool continuously, the battery pack may become
hot. A hot battery pack may not flash while plugged in to charge.
Charging will not begin until the battery temperature cools to
within acceptable range and the LED begins to flash. If the pack
does not begin to charge after 30 minutes, the battery or USB-C
cable may have an error. For standalone chargers, please refer
to charger operator’s manual.
CHARGING A COLD BATTERY PACK
A cold battery pack may not flash while plugged in to charge.
Charging will not begin until the battery temperature warms
to within acceptable range and the LED begins to flash. If the
pack does not begin to charge after 30 minutes, the battery
or USB-C cable may have an error. For standalone chargers,
please refer to charger operator’s manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Fig. 1
USB-C CABLE
(NOT INCLUDED)
LED
INDICATOR