port but charging will not begin until the battery temperature
cools to within acceptable temperature range. When a hot battery
pack is placed on the charger, the red LED will begin flashing
and the green LED will be off. When the battery pack cools to
approximately room temperature, the charger will automatically
begin charging.
CHARGING A COLd BAttERy PACK
A cold battery pack may be placed directly onto the charger
port but charging will not begin until the battery temperature
warms to within acceptable temperature range. When a cold
battery pack is placed on the charger, the red LED will begin
flashing and the green LED will be off. When the battery pack
warms to approximately room temperature the charger will
automatically begin charging.
BAttERIEs
These batteries have been designed to provide maximum
trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they will eventually
wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack and attempt to
replace the batteries. Handling of these batteries, especially
when wearing rings and jewelry, could result in a serious burn.
to obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:
Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully
charged and ready for use.
for battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 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.
Lithium-ion batteries must be recycled or disposed of prop-
erly. 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.
CHARGING tHE BAttERy PACK
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.
Connect the charger to a power supply. For approved power
sources, refer to the operator’s manual for the charger.
Make sure the battery pack is secured in the charger before
beginning operation.
Press down on the battery pack to be sure contacts on the
battery pack engage properly with contacts in the charger.
The battery pack may become slightly warm to the touch
while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a prob-
lem.
Do not place the charger and battery pack in an area of
extreme heat or cold. They will work best at normal room
temperature.
When batteries become fully charged, unplug the charger
from the power supply and remove the battery pack.
CHARGING A HOt BAttERy PACK
When using a tool continuously, the battery pack may become
hot. A hot battery pack may be placed directly onto the charger
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CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR
Fig. 1
CHARGE LEVEL
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