Battery Safety
• Properly dispose of the battery. Expo sure to high
temperatures can cause the battery to explode, so do
not dispose of in a fire. Place tape over the terminals to
prevent direct contact with other objects. Some coun-
tries have regulations concerning battery disposal.
Please follow all applicable regulations. Also, refer to
Disposal section.
• Do not insert battery with cracked case into char-
ger. Damaged batteries increases the risk of electrical
shock.
• Never disassemble batteries. There are no user-ser-
viceable parts inside the battery pack. Disas sem bling
batteries may cause electrical shock or personal injury.
• Avoid contact with fluids oozing from damaged
batteries. Fluids may cause burns or skin irritation.
Thoroughly rinse with water in case of accidental con-
tact with fluid. Consult doctor if fluid comes into contact
with eyes.
The EC Declaration of Conformity (890-011-320.10) will
accompany this manual as a separate booklet when re-
quired.
If you have any question concerning this RIDGID® product:
– Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
– Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find
your local RIDGID contact point.
– Contact RIDGID Technical Services Department at
rtctechservices@emerson.com, or in the U.S. and
Canada call (800) 519-3456.
Description and Specifications
Description
The RIDGID RBC 20 Advanced Lithium 18V Battery
Charger, when used with appropriate battery packs
(batteries) listed in the Acces sor ies Section, is designed
to charge an 18V 2.0 Ah Advanced Lithium-Ion RIDGID
battery in approximately 45 minutes or an 18V 4.0 Ah
Advanced Lithium-Ion RIDGID battery in approximate-
ly 55 minutes. This charger requires no adjustments.
Figure 1 – RIDGID RBC 20 Advanced Lithium 18V Battery
Charger and Battery Pack
RBC 20 Advanced Lithium Battery Charger
Specifications
Input................................................. Available for 120V AC or
Output............................................. 14.4V – 18V DC
Battery Type...................................Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)
Input Current.................................0.65A – 1.34A
Weight..............................................1.87 lb (0,85 kg)
Dimensions (LxWxH)..................6.0" x 5.6" x 3.7"
Charge Time
18V Advanced Lithium Ion... 2.0 Ah = 45 min.
18V Lithium Ion......................... 1.1 Ah = 35 to 40 min.
Cooling............................................ Passive convection cooling
NOTE! This charger is only compatible with the RIDGID
Li-Ion Batteries listed in the Accessories section.
Icons
Double Insulated
Charger Inspection and Set-Up
Daily before use, inspect the charger and batteries
and correct any problems. Set up charger accord-
ing to these procedures to reduce the risk of injury
from electric shock, fire and other causes, and to
prevent tool and system damage.
1. Make sure the charger is unplugged. Inspect the
power cord, charger and batteries for damage or
modifications, or broken, worn, missing, mis-aligned
or binding parts. If any problems are found, do not
use charger or batteries until the parts have been
properly repaired or replaced.
2. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the equipment as
described in the Maintenance section. This helps to
prevent the equipment from slipping from your grip
and allows proper ventilation as well as allowing any
cracks or damage to be seen.
230V AC
(153 x 142 x 94 mm)
4.0 Ah = 55 min.
2.2 Ah = 70 to 75 min.
3.3 Ah = 105 to 110 min.
(no fan)
For Indoor Use Only
WARNING
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