Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions for
the battery pack, charger and power tool. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers
other than the ones in this manual.
The charger and battery pack are
specifically designed to work together.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging
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rechargeable batteries.
Any other uses may result in
risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the
charger.
This will reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug and cord.
• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary.
Use of
improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide a dry
location and use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or
American Wire Gauge) for safety.
The smaller the gauge number
of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has
more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than
one extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension
contains at least the minimum wire size. The following table shows the
correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
120 V
25 (7.6)
50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V
50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
Ampere Rating
American Wire Gauge
More
Than
Not
More
Than
0
6
18
16
16
14
6
10
18
16
14
12
10
12
16
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
Not Recommended
• Do not place any object on top of the charger or place the charger
on a soft surface that might block the ventilation slots and result
in excessive internal heat.
Place the charger in a position away from
any heat source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top and the
bottom of the housing.
• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped or otherwise damaged in any way.
Take it to an authorized
service center.
• Do not disassemble the charger; take it to an authorized service
center when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock, electrocution or fire.
• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any
cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock.
Removing the
battery pack will not reduce this risk.
• NEVER
attempt to connect 2 chargers together.
• The charger is designed to operate on standard 120V household
electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage.
This does not apply to the vehicular charger.
WARNING:
Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside the
charger. Electric shock may result.
WARNING:
Burn hazard. Do not submerge the battery pack in any
liquid or allow any liquid to enter the battery pack. Never attempt
to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the
battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service center for recycling.
CAUTION:
Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
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rechargeable battery packs. Other types of
batteries may overheat and burst resulting in personal injury and
property damage.
NOTICE:
Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged into the
power supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign
materials of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to, grinding
dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil or any buildup of metallic
particles should be kept away from the charger cavities. Always
unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery
pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before attempting to clean.
Transportation
WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry the
battery pack
so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals.
For
example, do not place the battery pack in aprons, pockets, tool boxes,
product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery
terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive
materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like.
The US
Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR)
actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes
in carry-on baggage UNLESS they are properly protected from short
circuits. So when transporting individual battery packs, make sure that
the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials
that could contact them and cause a short circuit.
Wireless Certifications and Safety Information
• This device is CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) compliant.
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada License-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
ʵ This device may not cause harmful interference, and
ʵ This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
ʵ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
ʵ Increase the separation between the equipment and adaptor.
ʵ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the adaptor is connected.
ʵ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
• Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate
using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for
the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference
to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that
necessary for successful communication.
• To comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits for
general population, the antenna used for this device must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Wall Mounting
This charger is designed to be wall mountable or to sit upright on a table or
work surface. If wall mounting, locate the charger within reach of an electrical
outlet, and away from a corner or other obstructions which may impede air
flow. Use the back of the charger as a template for the location of the mounting
screws on the wall. Mount the charger securely using drywall screws (purchased
separately) at least 1" (25.4 mm) long, with a screw head diameter of 0.28–
0.35" (7–9 mm), screwed into wood to an optimal depth leaving approximately
7/32" (5.5 mm) of the screw exposed. Align the slots on the back of the charger
with the exposed screws and fully engage them in the slots.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions for the battery pack, charger and
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious injury.
•
Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery
pack from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
•
NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO
NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into a
non-compatible charger as battery pack may rupture
causing serious personal injury.
Consult the chart
at the end of this manual for compatibility of batteries
and chargers.
• Charge the battery packs only in designated PORTER-
CABLE chargers.
•
DO NOT
splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
•
Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 104 °F (40 °C) (such as outside sheds or metal
buildings in summer).
For best life store battery packs in a
cool, dry location.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with the
trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger switch
in the ON position.
•
Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out.
The battery pack
can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created
when lithium ion battery packs are burned.
•
If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water.
If
battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye
for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention
is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of
liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
•
Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation.
Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medical attention.
WARNING:
Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be
flammable if exposed to spark or flame.
WARNING:
Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the
battery pack for any reason. If the battery pack case is
cracked or damaged, do not insert into the charger. Do
not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way
(e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped
on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to the
service center for recycling.
USB Charging Port Safety Warnings
• The USB charging port is not intended for any use other than
supplying power/charging small USB electronics. Any other uses
may result in risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• Do not expose the USB charging port to rain or snow.
• When operating the USB charging port outdoors, always provide
a dry location.
• Do not operate the USB charging port charger has received a
sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way.
Take it to an authorized service center.
Instruction manual /
Manuel d’instructions / Manual de’instrucciones
20V MAX* Battery Charger
/ Chargeur au lithium 20v MAX* / Cargador de litio 20v MAX*
Catalog Number /
N° de catalogue / Catálogo N° :
PCCB122
*Maximum initial battery pack voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Measured under a workload, nominal voltage is 18.
*La tension initiale maximale du bloc-piles (mesurée sans charge de travail) est de 20 volts. La tension nominale est de 18.
*El máximo voltaje inicial del paquete de baterías (medido sin una carga de trabajo) es 20 voltios. la tensión nominal es de 18.
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