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THE BATTERY CHARGER
Charging Procedure (Fig. 9 )
Fig. 10
With regular use the battery pack will need 90 MINUTES or
less to fully charge. Allow the battery to fully discharge before
recharging. It is recommended to charge every 3 months
when not in use.
1. Plug the charger into an AC power outlet.
2. Insert the battery (4) into the charger. Make sure the latch
and battery is fully inserted into the charger.
3.Wait 5 seconds, the RED charging LED light (1) will turn on
indicating a connection to the power source and that the
battery is currently charging.
4. When the battery has become fully charged the GREEN
fully charged LED light (2) will turn on.
5. It is recommended to unplug the charger from the AC
outlet once the battery is fully charged. The battery can be
stored in the charger.
6. If the AMBER check battery LED light (3) turns on it is
recommended to remove the battery (4) from the charger
and allow to cool for 30 minutes. If the check battery
LED (3) remains on once the battery is re-installed into the
charger it is recommended to call for technical assistance.
Charger mounting (Fig. 10)
1. This charger can be installed hanging on a wall using two
screws (not supplied)
2. Locate the placement for the charger to be wall mounted.
3. If fastening to wood studs use 2 wood screws.
4. Drill two holes 4 7/8" on center ensuring they are level.
5. If fastening to drywall use wall anchors and screws to
secure the charger to the wall.
Fig. 9
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Checking the Charge
If the battery pack does not charge properly:
• Check the current at the power outlet with another tool.Make sure that the outlet is not turned off.
Charger Maintenance
• Keep the charger clean and clear of debris. Do not allow foreign material into the recessed cavity or on the contacts. Wipe
with a dry cloth. Do not use solvents, water, or place in wet conditions.
• Always unplug the charger when there is no battery pack in it.
• Give the batteries a full charge before placing instorage. Do not recharge a fully charged battery pack. Overcharging
shortens the battery life.
• Check that the charger contacts have not been shorted by debris or foreign material.
• If the surrounding air temperature is not normal room temperature, move the charger and battery pack to alocation where the
temperature is between 65 and 75˚F (18 and 24˚C).
WARNING:
If the battery is inserted into the charger when warm or hot the CHECK BATTERY indicator light may switch on. If
this occurs allow the battery to cool outside of the charger for 30 minutes.
• Recharge the battery pack anytime you notice there is less power. Never let the batteries become completely discharged.
• Keep the charger stored in normal room temperature.Do not store it in excessive heat. Do not use in direct sunlight. Always
recharge in a room temperature of 50 to 104˚F (10 to 40˚C). If the battery pack is hot, let it cool down before recharging.
• Disconnect the charger from the AC power outlet when not in use and once battery has reached a full charge.
