Important Charging Notes - DeWalt DCB114 Guide D'utilisation

indicator Light operation
PACK CHARGING
PACK CHARGED
HOT/COLD DELAY
x
PROBLEM PACK OR CHARGER
PROBLEM POWERLINE
charge indicators
Some chargers are designed to detect certain problems that can
arise with battery packs. Problems are indicated by the red light
flashing at a fast rate. If this occurs, re-insert battery pack into
the charger. If the problem persists, try a different battery pack to
determine if the charger is OK. If the new pack charges correctly,
then the original pack is defective and should be returned to a
service center or other collection site for recycling. If the new battery
pack elicits the same trouble indication as the original, have the
charger tested at an authorized service center.
hot/CoLD paCk DeLay
Some chargers have a Hot/Cold Pack Delay feature: when the
charger detects a battery that is hot, it automatically starts a Hot
Pack Delay, suspending charging until the battery has cooled. After
the battery has cooled, the charger automatically switches to the
Pack Charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life.
The red light flashes long, then short while in the Hot/Cold Pack
Delay mode.
LeaVInG the Battery paCk In the CharGer
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the charge
indicator showing Pack Charged.
Weak Battery paCks: Weak batteries will continue to function
but should not be expected to perform as much work.
FauLty Battery paCks: This charger will not charge a faulty
battery pack. The charger will indicate faulty battery pack by refusing
to light or by displaying problem pack or charger.
note: This could also mean a problem with a charger.

important charging notes

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the
battery pack is charged when the air temperature is between
65 °F and 75 °F (18–24 °C). DO NOT charge the battery pack
in an air temperature below +40 °F (+4.5 °C), or above +105 °F
(+40.5 °C). This is important and will prevent serious damage to
the battery pack.
2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to 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.
3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:
a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other
appliance;
b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch
which turns power off when you turn out the lights;
c. Move charger and battery pack to a location where the
surrounding air temperature is approximately 65 °F–75 °F
(18–24°C);
d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and
charger to your local service center.
4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce
sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO
NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the
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