Stanley QPM CORDLESS TOOL, Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual
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Getting Started
(+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C). This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack.
The charger and battery pack may become warm to the touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and does
not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery
pack in a warm environment such as in a metal shed or an uninsulated trailer.
A cold battery pack will charge at about half the rate of a warm battery pack. The battery pack will charge at that
slower rate throughout the entire charging cycle and will not return to maximum charge rate even if the battery
pack warms.
If the battery pack does not charge properly:
• Check operation of the receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance;
• Check to see if the receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns the power off when you turn out the
lights;
• Move the charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately
65°F – 75°F (18° – 24°C);
• If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and charger to your local service center.
2.2.4 Storage Recommendations
The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the charger
for optimal results.
NOTE:
Battery packs should not be stored completely depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be
recharged before use.
2.3 Cordless tool
Before using the QPM cordless tool, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the charger, battery pack
and the QPM cordless tool.
2.3.1 General Power Tool Safety Instructions
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and/or
battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Disconnect the battery pack from the power tool before making any repairs, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk
of injury and fire.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the fastener may contact
hidden wiring. Fasteners contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by
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