capacity than 18 gauge. When using more than one extension to

make up the total length, be sure each extension contains at least

the minimum wire size.

 

 

 

CHART FOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE (AWG)OF EXTENSION CORDS

 

NAMEPLATE RATING AMPS – 0 – 10.0

 

Total Extension Cord

26-50

51-100

101-150

Length (ft)

0-25

Wire Gauge

(0-7,6m)

(7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)

18

16

16

14

9. Use only the supplied charger when charging your unit. The use of any other charger could damage the battery pack or create a hazardous condition.

10. Use only one charger when charging.

11. Do not attempt to open the charger or the unit. There are no customer serviceable parts inside. Return to any authorized Black & Decker service center.

12. DO NOT incinerate battery packs even if they are severely damaged or completely worn out.

13. Do not incinerate the batteries. They can explode in a fire. A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature

conditions. This does not indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on your skin:

a. Wash quickly with soap and water.

b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.

c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical

attention.The liquid is a 25-35% solution of potassiumMEDICALhydroxide.NOTE:

IMPORTANTCHARGINGSAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

CHARGING PROCEDURE

 

THE BATTERY PACK IS NOT FULLYCHARGED AT THE

 

FACTORY. CHARGE BATTERY PACK FOR AT LEAST 9 HOURS

 

The charger is designed to use standard household 120 volt 60 Hz

 

BEFORE USE.

 

 

power.

 

 

1. Plug the charger into any standard 120 Volt 60 Hz electrical

 

outlet. NOTE: Do not charge by means of an engine

 

generator or DC power source. Use only 120V AC.

 

2. Slide the charger onto the battery as

1

 

shown in figure 1 and let the battery

 

 

charge initially for 9 h urs. After the

 

 

initial charge, under normal usage, your

 

 

battery should be fully charged in 6 to 9

 

 

2a) During charging the green LED will

 

 

hours.

 

 

appear.

 

 

2b) When charging is complete the green

 

 

LED will go off.

 

 

3. Unplug charger, and remove the battery pack. Place the battery

 

NOTE: To remove the battery pack, press down on the release

 

pack into the t ol until it “clicks” into place.

 

button on the back of the battery pack and slide out.

 

IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES

 

 

1. After normal usage, your battery pack should be fully charged in

 

6 to 9 hours. If the battery pack is run-down completely, it may

 

take up to 9 hours to become fully charged. Your battery pack

 

was sent from the factory in an uncharged condition. Before

 

attempting to use it, it must be charged for at least 9 hours.

6

2. DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature below

 

 

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NPP2018 specifications

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Black & Decker also emphasizes safety with the NPP2018, incorporating a protective sheath for the blade and an easy-to-use safety switch to prevent accidental starts. These features promote secure operation, especially for inexperienced users or those unfamiliar with power tools.

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