Transporting batteriescan possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently | ||||||
come in contact with conductivematerials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the | ||||||
like. The US Department of TransportationHazardous Material Regulations (HMR) | ||||||
actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes (i.e., packed in | ||||||
suitcases and | ||||||
So when transporting individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are | ||||||
protected and well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short | ||||||
circuit. NOTE: | ||||||
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS |
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1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct sunlight and | ||||||
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2. Long storage will not harm the battery pack or charger. |
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CHARGING PROCEDURE |
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Black & Decker chargers are designed to charge |
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1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting the battery pack. | ||||||
2. Insert the battery pack into the charger as shown in |
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| is fully charged and may be used at this time or |
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Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible |
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after use or battery life may be greatly diminished. |
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For longest battery life, do not discharge batteries |
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fully. It is recommended that the batteries be recharged |
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after each use. |
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CHARGER DIAGNOSTICS |
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This charger is designed to detect certain problems that can arise with the battery packs | ||||||
or the power source. Problems are indicated by one LED flashing in different patterns. | ||||||
BAD BATTERY |
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| The charger can detect a weak or damaged battery. The red LED flashes in the | |||
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HOT/COLD PACK DELAY |
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| When the charger detects a battery that is excessively hot or excessively cold, it | |||
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| automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay, suspending charging until the battery | |||
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| has normalized. After this happens, the charger automatically switches to the Pack | |||
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| Charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red LED flashes | |||
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LEAVING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER |
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The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the green LED glowing | ||||||
indefinitely. The charger will keep the battery pack fresh and fully charged. | ||||||
IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES |
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1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when | ||||||
the air temperature is between 65°F and 75°F (18°- 24°C). DO NOT charge the battery | ||||||
pack in an air temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C). This is | ||||||
important and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack. | ||||||
2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while charging. This is a | ||||||
normal condition, and does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery | ||||||
pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment such as | ||||||
in a metal shed, or an uninsulated trailer. |
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3. If the battery pack does not charge properly: |
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