Battery Charger Safety; Product Familiarisation; Intended Use; Unpacking Your Tool - GMC GM18RS Instructions Originales

Battery Charger Safety

Use the battery charger correctly
• Refer to the section of this manual relating to use of the battery charger before attempting to
charge the battery.
• Do not attempt to use the charger with any batteries other than those supplied. Keep your
battery charger clean; foreign objects or dirt may cause a short or block air vents. Failure to
follow these instructions may cause overheating or fire
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard
Warning: Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries
Use batteries correctly
• Only charge batteries using the charger provided. Only use batteries provided with this power
tool, or others recommended by the supplier. Keep batteries clean; foreign objects or dirt may
cause a short. Allow batteries to cool for 15 minutes after charging or heavy use. Failure to
follow these instructions may cause overheating or fire.
• When not in use batteries should be stored at room temperature (approx. 20˚C). Ensure that
batteries cannot accidentally short in storage.
Battery and charger safety features
The battery and charger are fitted with a number of safety features which may be triggered during
charging or operation:
• Over-charge protection: Charger automatically switches off when the battery has reached full
charge capacity, protecting the internal components of the battery
• Over-discharge protection: Prevents the battery from discharging beyond the recommended
lowest safety voltage
• Over-heat protection: Sensor switches off if the battery becomes too hot during operation.
This can happen if the tool is overloaded or being used for extended periods of time. Up to 30
minutes' cooling time may be required depending on the ambient temperature
• Overload protection: Battery temporarily stops if it is overloaded or the maximum current draw is
exceeded, protecting the internal components. The battery will resume normal operation when
the current draw returns to a normal safe level. This may take a few seconds
• Short-circuit protection: The battery will stop working immediately if a short circuit occurs, this
prevents damage to the battery or tool

Product Familiarisation

1. Wood Blade (6tpi)
2. Shoe
3. Blade Slot Assembly
4. Barrel Grip
5. Safety Lock-Off
6. Variable Speed Trigger
7. Main Handle
8. Battery Slot
9. Battery Charge Indicator
10. Battery
11. Battery Release
12. Motor Vents
13. Hand Guard
14. Battery Slot
15. Battery Charger
16. Green LED
17. Red LED
Accessories (not shown): Saw blade 18tpi (metal)

Intended Use

Cordless reciprocating power saw for light to medium duty cutting of wood, plasterboard, plastic,
mild steel, and also non-ferrous metals.

Unpacking Your Tool

• Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Fully familiarise yourself with all its features and functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing or
damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool

Before Use

Removing a battery
• To remove the Battery (10) from the tool, press the Battery Release (11), then slide the Battery
off the Battery Slot (8)
WARNING: DO NOT try to remove the Battery without pressing the Battery Release button. The tool
or Battery could be damaged.
Fitting a battery
• To fit a charged battery, slide it on the Battery Slot (8) of the tool until it clicks and locks into
position
Note: Make sure the Battery and tool are lined up correctly. If the Battery does not slide into the tool
easily, don't force it. Instead, slide the Battery out of the tool again. Check the top of Battery and the
saw battery slot are clean and undamaged and that the contacts are not bent.
Setting up the battery charger
1. If fitted, remove any battery from the Battery Charger (15)
2. Insert the Battery Charger mains plug into a suitable mains socket
Note: The Green LED (16) on the Battery Charger will blink to indicate that the Battery Charger is
ready to charge the battery.
WARNING: ONLY use this charger to charge the supplied battery or additional purchased batteries
that are specifically designed for this tool.
WARNING: The charger is designed for indoor use only, and MUST NOT be used in damp or
wet conditions.
Charging the battery
WARNING: Failure to follow the correct procedure when charging batteries will result in permanent
damage.
Note: Normal charging time is 80 minutes for a recently discharged 4Ah battery. However, if the
Battery (10) has been left in a discharged state for some time, it may take additional time to charge.
1. Slide a fully or partially discharged Battery onto the Battery Charger (15)
Note: Make sure the Battery and Battery Charger are lined up correctly. If the Battery does not
slide onto the Battery Charger easily, don't force it. Instead, remove the Battery. Check that the top
of the Battery and the Battery Charger Slot (14) are clean and undamaged and that the contacts
are not bent.
2. Once charging commences, the Red LED (17) will illuminate
3. When the Battery is fully charged, the Green LED (16) will be illuminated
Battery Charge Level: The Battery has a built-in Charge Indicator (9) (Fig. I). Pressing on the button
to the right will indicate the charge level. The right LED indicates a high charge level and the left a
low charge level that will mean the battery pack will require charging soon.
IMPORTANT: When a low charge level is indicated be aware the tool may stop operating while using
the tool. In some instances this may be dangerous. It is recommended to always ensure the battery
pack has a good charge level.
Notes about battery charging:
• The Battery (10) should be charged at ambient temperatures between 10 and 40°C (ideally
around 20°C)
• After charging, allow 15 minutes for the battery to cool before use
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