8V/20 VOLT NICD/ LITHIUM-ION 4-PORT CHARGER 252-8044 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And Understand The Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference. For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll Free: 1-866-917-4374.
table of contents Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2 Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3 Overview / Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
safety symbols Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
safety INSTRUCTIONS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
safety INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions! Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and / or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. WARNING: Risk of fire and electric shock. Dry location use only. Do not expose to rain. Risk of injury. Work area safety 1.
safety INSTRUCTIONS Personal safety 1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. 2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
safety INSTRUCTIONS BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. 2. Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire. 3.
safety INSTRUCTIONS 15. Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges or moving parts, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which could cause injury and damage to the cord and could then result in electric shock. 16. Keep the cord and charger away from heat to prevent damage to the housing or internal parts. 17. Do not allow gasoline, oils, petroleum based products, etc.
OVERVIEW Battery port LED lights Carry handle Cord track Hanging hole Hanging hole SPECIFICATIONS Charger input 120V~ 60 HZ 300W 40 minutes 45 minutes Charging Time For Batteries 60 minutes 90 minutes 120 minutes 18V 1.5Ah Li-Ion (252-8028) 20V 1.5Ah Li-Ion (252-8029) 18V 1.5Ah Ni-Cd (252-8024) 18V 2.2Ah Li-Ion (252-8030) 20V 2.0Ah Li-Ion (252-8031) 18V 3.0Ah Li-Ion (252-8032) 20V 3.0Ah Li-Ion (252-8033) 20V 4.0Ah Li-Ion (252-8034) Charger Weight 2.
ASSEMBLY WARNING: If any part is broken or missing, DO NOT attempt to plug in the power cord, attach the battery, or operate the tool until the broken or missing part is replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury.
OPERATION HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK (FIG. 1) 1. 2. 3. FIG. 1 4. 5. 6. A fully discharged battery pack will charge about 40-120 minutes (depending on battery type) in the optimum surrounding temperature. 7. Use battery packs only with the recommended charger. Connect the charger to the power supply. Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the raised ribs of the battery pack with one of the slots in the charger. Slide the battery pack onto the charger.
OPERATION CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK If the battery pack is above the normal temperature range, the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be off. When the battery pack cools down to approximately 131°F (55°C) for a Lithium-Ion battery or 104°F (40°C) for a Ni-Cd battery the charger will automatically begin charging. CHARGING A COLD BATTERY PACK If the battery pack is below the normal temperature range, the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be off.
OPERATION WALL-MOUNT HOLES (FIG. 3A, 3B, 3C) The charger has two hanging holes for convenient storage. 1. Select a location indoors and away from any objects that could block the vents on the charger. 2. You will need two screws (not included). 3. Install two screws: Screws should be installed so that the distance between their centers is 12 1/8” (308 mm). Use a level to be sure that the two screws are aligned vertically. 4. Place the charger into the screws as shown in Fig. 3a. FIG. 3A 5. 6.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always disconnect the plug from the power source when cleaning or performing any maintenance. Contact a qualified service technician for all repairs. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. For more information, call the toll-free helpline, at 1-866-917-4374. WARNING: Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
18V/20 VOLT NICD/ LITHIUM-ION 4-PORT CHARGER WARRANTY 90-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This MASTERFORCE® brand power tool carries our 90-DAY Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your MASTERFORCE® brand power tool for any reason within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS® retail store, and we will provide you a refund – no questions asked.
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