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Charging Procedure (Fig.M)
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Mounting the charger (Fig.N)
Charger Maintenance
1
2
3
4
With regular use, the battery pack will become fully charged
in 90 MINUTES or less. Allow the battery to fully discharge
before recharging. It is recommended that the battery be
charged every 3 months when the trimmer is not in use.
1. Plug the charger into an AC outlet.
2. Insert the battery (4) into the charger. Verify that the latch
and the battery are fully inserted into the charger.
3. Wait 5 seconds, the RED charging LED light (3) will turn
on, indicating that the power source is connected and that
the battery is charging.
4. When the battery has reached full charge, the GREEN
fully charged LED light (2) will light up.
5. It is recommended that the charger be removed 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 (1) turns on, it is
recommended that the battery (4) be removed from the
charger and allowed to cool for 30 minutes. If the check
battery LED (1) remains on after the battery is placed into
the charger, contact the toll-free helpline, at 1-8
66
-523-
5218.
Checking the Charge
If the battery pack does not charge properly:
• Check the current at the outlet using another tool.
Verify that the outlet is not turned off.
Verify 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 the battery pack to a
location where the temperature is between 65 and
75 ˚F (18 and 24˚ C).
WARNING:
If the battery is inserted into the charger when
it is warm or hot, the CHECK BATTERY indicator light may
light up. If this occurs, allow the battery to cool outside of
the charger for 30 minutes.
. Keep the charger clean and free of debris. Do not allow
foreign material to get into the recessed cavity or onto the
contacts. Wipe with a dry cloth. Do not use solvents or water,
and do not place the charger in wet conditions.
. Always unplug the charger when there is no battery pack in it.
. Charge the battery fully before placing it in storage. Do not
recharge a fully charged battery pack. Overcharging
shortens battery life.
. Recharge the battery pack whenever there is a lack of power.
Do not allow the battery to become completely discharged.
. Store the charger at room temperature. Do not store it in
excessive heat. Do not use the charger in direct sunlight.
Always recharge in room temperature of 50 to 104 ˚F
(10 to 40 ˚C). I
f the battery pack is hot, allow it to cool
down before recharging.
. Disconnect the charger from the AC outlet when it is not in
use or once the battery has reached full charge.
1. This charger can be mounted on a wall using two screws
(not provided)
2. Determine where the charger is to be mounted.
3. If the charger is being fastened to wooden studs, use 2
wood screws.
4. Drill two holes 4 7/8" (12.4 cm) on center, and verify that
they are level.
5. If the charger is being fastened to drywall, use wall anchors
and screws to secure the charger to the wall.
Note:
If both amber and green light illuminate keep battery in
charger for approximately 30 minutes and battery will start
charging
