•Contentsofopenedbatterycellsmaycauserespiratoryirritation. Provide fresh air.Ifsymptomspersist,seekmedical attention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Batteryliquid maybe flammable if
•exposed to sparkor flame.
• Charge the battery packs only in Black& Deckerchargers.
DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids. This may
• cause premature cell failure.
Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locationswhere the temperature may reach or exceed 105°F (40˚C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
WARNING: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage 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 (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to service center for recycling.
WARNING: Firehazard.Do notstoreorcarrybattery sothat metalobjectscan contactexposedbatteryterminals.Forexample,do notplacebattery inaprons,pockets, toolboxes,productkitboxes,drawers, etc.,withloosenails,screws,keys,etc.Transportingbatteriescanpossibly causefiresifthebatteryterminalsinadvertentlycomeincontactwith conductivematerialssuch askeys,coins,hand toolsandthe like.The US DepartmentofTransportationHazardousMaterialRegulations (HMR) actuallyprohibittransportingbatteriesincommerceoronairplanes(i.e., packed insuitcases and
1STORAGE. The best RECOMMENDATIONSstorage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
2. Long storage will not harm the battery pack or charger.
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ThisCHARGERchargerDIAGNOSTICSis 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 BATTERYThe charger can detect a weak or damaged battery. The red LED flashes in the pattern indicated on the label. If you see this bad battery blink pattern, do not continue to charge the battery. Return it to a service center or a collection site for recycling.
HOT/COLDWhenPACKthe chargerDELAYdetects a battery that is excessively hot or excessively cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay, suspending charging until the battery has normalized. After this happens, the charger automatically switches to the Pack Charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red LED flashes in the pattern indicated on the label when the hot / cold pack delay is detected.
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