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Charger Indicators, symbols and meaning (model BC1836)
If the indicator lights are “OFF”, the charger is not receiving power from power supply outlet.
If the green indicator light is “ON”,
the charger is plugged in but the battery pack is not inserted, or the
battery pack is fully charged.
If the green indicator light is “BLINKING”, the battery pack is being
will automatically stop when the battery pack is fully charged.
If the red indicator light is “ON”,
the battery pack is too hot or cold
for
If the red indicator light is 
“BLINKING”, the battery pack cannot accept a charge or the contacts of the charger or battery pack are contaminated.
Clean the contacts of the charger or battery pack only as directed in these operating instructions or those supplied with your tool or battery pack.
Charging Battery Pack (model BC1836)
Plug charger cord into your standard power outlet.
With no battery pack inserted, the charger’s green indicator light will go ON. This indicates the charger is receiving power and the charger is ready for operation.
When you insert the battery pack into the charger. The charger’s green indicator light will begin to “BLINK”. This indicates that the battery is receiving a fast charge (Fig. 3).
When the indicator light stops “BLINKING” (and becomes a steady green light) fast charging is complete. The battery pack is fully charged and can be removed from the charger.
The battery pack may be used even though the light may still be blinking. The light may require more time to stop blinking depending on temperature.
The purpose of the green light is to indicate that the battery pack is
When you begin the charging process of the battery pack, a steady red light could also mean the battery pack is too hot or too cold.
Fast charging is only possible when the temperature range of the battery pack is between 32˚F (0˚C) and 113˚F (45˚C). When needed, the internal fan of the charger will turn on to aid the charging process and speed.
As soon as the battery pack reaches the correct temperature range, the battery charger will automatically switch to fast charging.
If the red indicator light is “BLINKING”, the battery pack cannot accept a charge.
•Check to make sure the battery pack is inserted into the charger properly.
•Clean the contacts of the charger or battery pack (e. g. by inserting and removing the battery several times) or replace the battery pack, as required.
When the battery pack is fully charged, unplug the charger (unless you're charging another battery pack) and slip the battery pack back into the tool.
FIG. 3 | 36 V BATTERY PACK |
| 18 V |
CHARGER | BATTERY |
PACK |
RED LIGHT |
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| GREEN LIGHT |
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!WARNING This charger will only charge the following batteries:
Battery packs | Charger (model BC1836) |
BAT610G through BAT840 | Voltage rating 120 V 60 Hz |
Voltage rating 18V & 36V 
For most up to date battery compatibility, please refer to www.boschtools.com
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