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Charger diagnostics
This charger is designed to detect certain problems that can
arise with the battery packs or the power source. Problems
are indicated by one LED flashing in different patterns.
Bad battery
The charger can detect a weak or damaged battery. The LED
flashes in the pattern indicated on the label.
If you see this bad battery blink pattern, do not continue to
charge the battery. Return it to a service center or a collection
site for ecycling.
Hot/cold pack delay
When the charger detects a battery that is excessively hot or
excessively cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay,
suspending charging until the battery has normalized. After
this happens, the charger automatically switches to the Pack
Charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life.
The light flashes in the pattern indicated on the label.
Leaving the battery in the charger
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with
the LED glowing indefinitely. The charger will keep the
battery pack fresh and fully charged.
This charger features an automatic tune-up mode which
equals or balances the individual cells in the battery pack to
allow it to function at peak capacity.
Battery packs should be tuned up weekly or whenever the
battery no longer delivers the same amount of work. To use
the automatic tune-up mode, place the battery pack in the
charger and leave it for at least 8 hours.
Important charging notes
Longest life and best performance can be obtained if
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the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is
between 18 ° – 24 °C. DO NOT charge the battery pack in
an air temperature below +4.5 °C), or above +40 °C. This
is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery
pack.
The charger and battery pack may become warm to the
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touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and
does not indicate a problem.
To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid
placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment
such as in a metal shed or an uninsulated trailer.
If the battery pack does not charge properly:
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Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp
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or other appliance;
Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light
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switch which turns power off when you turn out
the lights;
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(Original instructions)
Move the charger and battery pack to a location
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where the surrounding air temperature is
approximately 18 ° – 24 °C;
If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery
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pack and charger to your local service center.
The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to
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produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily
done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under
these conditions.
Follow the charging procedure. You may also charge a
partially used pack whenever you desire with no
adverse effect on the battery pack.
Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but
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not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool,
aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles
should be kept away from charger cavities. Unplug the
charger before attempting to clean.
Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any
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other liquid.
Installing and removing the battery pack
(Fig. C)
Note: For best results, make sure your battery pack is
fully charged.
To install the battery pack (4) into the tool handle, align the
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battery pack with the rails inside the tool's handle and
slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly
seated in the tool and ensure that it does not disengage.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the
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release button (3) and firmly pull the battery pack out of
the tool handle. Insert it into the charger as described in
the charger section of this manual.
Assembly
Warning! To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn
unit off and remove the battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Fitting and removing blades (Fig. A, B)
The grass shear blade (5) has been designed for trimming
grass and weeds. The shrub trim blade (6) has been designed
for trimming hedges and shrubs.
To fit the blade, remove the blade cover (8) by pushing
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and holding the blade release button (9) in the direction
of the arrow (Fig. A)
Remove the blade cover (8) (Fig. B).
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Align the positioning pin holes (10) on the blade with the
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positioning pins (11) .
Replace the blade cover (8) as shown in Fig. B.
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The blade release button snaps into closed position.
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