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Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible after use or battery life may be greatly
diminished. For longest battery life, do not discharge batteries fully.It is recommended that the
batteries be recharged after each use.
IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES
1. Your tool was sent from the factory in an uncharged condition. Before attempting to use it, it
must be charged.
2. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the batteries, NEVER charge them in an air
temperature below 40°F (4.5°C) or above 105°F (40.5°C). Also, NEVER charge them if the
battery temperature is below 40°F (4.5°C) or above 105°F (40.5°C). Longest life and best
performance occur when batteries are charged with an air temperature of approximately
75°F (24°C). NOTE: The tool will not charge if the tool temperature is below approximately
32°F (0°C) or above 113°F (45°C).
3. While charging, the charger may hum and become warm to touch. This is a normal
phenomenon and does not indicate a problem.
4. If the batteries do not charge properly --(1) Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp
or other appliance. (2) Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns
power off when you turn out the lights. (3) Move charger and tool to a surrounding air
temperature of 40°F (4.5°C) to 105°F (+40.5°C). (4) If the receptacle and temperature are
OK, and you do not get proper charging, take or send the tool and charger to us.
5. The tool should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs which were
easily done previously. Battery life may be greatly diminished if batteries are discharged
deeply. DO NOT CONTINUE using product with its batteries in a depleted condition.
Recharge discharged batteries promptly.
6. To maximize battery life:
a. Do not fully discharge batteries.
b. Fully recharge batteries after each use.
c. Store tool in a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 40°F-75°F
(4.5°C - 24°C).
d. Disconnect charger from tool after charge is complete.
Fire Hazard. When disconnecting the charger from the tool, be sure to unplug the charger from
the outlet first, then disconnect the charger cord from the tool.
FIRE HAZARD. When remove the batteries from the charger, be sure to unplug the
charger from the outlet first, then remove the batteries from the charger.
Charger plug Charging hole Power light
