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CHECKING BATTERY CAPACITY
Note
: The battery is not shipped fully charged. It is recommended to fully charge before
first use to ensure that maximum run time can be achieved. This lithium-ion battery will not
develop a memory and may be charged at any time. A fully discharged battery pack will require
approximately 60 minutes to fully charge from a discharged state.
Press the battery capacity indicator (BCI) button. The lights will illuminate according to the
batteries capacity level. See chart below:
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
GW 60V lithium-ion battery packs are designed with features that protect the lithium-ion cells and
maximize battery life.
If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset and resume operation. If the tool still does
not work, the battery needs to be recharged.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
The lithium-ion battery pack can be used in temperatures down to -14°C (6.8°F). Put the battery
pack on a tool and use the tool in a light duty application. After about a minute, the pack will
warm up and begin operating normally.
OPERATION
Lights
Capacity
4 Green Lights
The battery is above 80% capacity
3 Green Lights
The battery is between 80% and 60% capacity
2 Green Lights
The battery is between 60% and 40% capacity
1 Green Light
The battery is between 40% and 25% capacity
Lights go out
The battery is less than 25% capacity and
requires charging immediately
BATTERY CAPACITY
INDICATOR (BCI) BUTTON
LIGHT METER
