Operating Guide

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Note:
ensure that maximum run time can be achieved. This lithium-ion battery will not develop a memory
and may be charged at any time. A fully discharged battery pack will require approximately 30
minutes (2Ah).
Checking battery capacity
Press the battery capacity indicator (BCI) button. The lights will illuminate according to the battery’s
capacity level. See chart below:
LIGHTS CAPACITY
3 Green Lights The battery is above 75% capacity
2 Green Lights The battery is between 75% and 35% capacity
1 Green Light The battery is below 35% capacity and requires charging soon
Lights go out The battery is fully discharged and requires charging immediately
SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not use a damp cloth or detergent on the battery or battery charger.
• Always remove the battery before cleaning, inspecting, or performing any maintenance on the
tool.
WARNING
Storage tips:
• Make sure the battery is fully charged and that the charger is disconnected before storing.
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Do not store the battery in sunlight, in an excessively warm place, or near a furnace. The battery
life will be shortened.
BATTERY CAPACITY
INDICATOR (BCI)
BUTTON
LIGHT METER
If the battery will not be used for 3 months or more, please store the battery in a room temperature
environment. Please fully charge before storage.
Low voltage charging:
If the battery has been stored with little to no charge for a long period of time, the charger will go into
recovery mode, which will take 20 hrs to fully charge the battery. This will enhance the life of the battery.
Once it is fully charged, the next charge will return to standard charging.