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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 in storage. 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.
• 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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
