3.
The completion of charge will be indicated by the red
light remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully
charged and may be used at this time or left in the
charger.
Note: To ensure maximum performance and life of NiCd
and Li-Ion batteries, charge the batteries for a minimum
of 10 hours before fi rst use
Charging process
Refer the table below for the state of charge of the
battery pack.
State of charge
charging
fully charged
hot/cold pack delay
replace battery pack
problem
Automatic refresh
The automatic refresh mode will equalise or balance the
individual cells in the battery pack at its peak capacity.
Battery packs should be refreshed weekly or whenever
the pack no longer delivers the same amount of work.
To refresh your battery pack, place the battery in the
charger as usual. Leave the battery pack for at least
10 hours in the charger.
Hot/Cold Pack Delay
When the charger detects a battery that is too hot
or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack
Delay, suspending charging until the battery has
reached an appropriate temperature. The charger then
automatically switches to the pack charging mode. This
feature ensures maximum battery life.
LI-ION BATTERY PACKS ONLY
Li-Ion batteries are designed with an Electronic
Protection System that will protect the battery against
overloading, overheating or deep discharge.
The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic
Protection System engages. If this occurs, place the
Li-Ion battery on the charger until it is fully charged.
DEEP DISCHARGE PROTECTION
The battery pack is protected against deep discharging
when it is used in the tool.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to
include catalog number and voltage. Consult the chart
at the end of this manual for compatibility of chargers
and battery packs.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Before using the battery pack and charger, read
the safety instructions below. Then follow charging
procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR NICKEL
CADMIUM (NiCd) OR NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE
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Do not charge or use battery in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or
removing the battery from the charger may ignite
the dust or fumes.
Charge the battery packs only in Berner chargers.
DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other
liquids.
Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 40˚ C (105° F) (such as outside sheds or
metal buildings in summer).
DANGER: Electrocution hazard. Never
attempt to open the battery pack for any
reason. If battery pack case is cracked
or damaged, do not insert into charger.
Electric shock or electrocution may result.
Damaged battery packs should be returned
to service center for recycling.
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.
CAUTION: When not in use, place tool
on its side on a stable surface where
it will not cause a tripping or falling
hazard. Some tools with large battery
packs will stand upright on the battery pack
but may be easily knocked over.
Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery pack can explode in a fi re.
A small leakage of liquid from the battery
pack cells may occur under extreme usage or
temperature conditions. This does not indicate
a failure.
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