OPERATING MANUAL 20V Universal Charger 252-0912 Y BATTER R CHARGE WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. Safety symbols in this manual are used to flag possible dangers. The safety symbols and their explanations require your full understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger, nor are they substitute for proper accident prevention measures. This Safety Alert Symbol indicates caution, warning, or danger.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols..........................................................................................page 3 Safety Instructions.....................................................................................page 4 Description................................................................................................page 7 Operation...................................................................................................page 8 Maintenance................................
SAFTEY SYMBOLS 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 warning they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES WARNING: For Indoor use only. WARNING: Dry location use only. WARNING: Risk of fire and electric shock. WARNING: Risk of injury. WARNING: Charge only listed 252-0908, 252-0900 rechargeable battery packs. Other types of battery pack may burst causing injury and damage. GENRAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and / or serious injury.
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock. 3) SERVICE Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure that: The pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of the plug on charger.
DESCRIPTION KNOW YOUR CHARGER (Fig. 1) WARNING: The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the charger and in this operator’s manual as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. Fig.
OPERATION HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK (Fig. 2) NOTE: This battery pack is shipped partially charged. Before using it the first time, fully charge the battery pack. Fig. 2 ! NG not NI d burns.eDo212°F chorildren. AR n, an abov h of W fire, explocrsioush, ryheouat t ofgerer ac252-0912. le, tte ar of Risk assemb ep ba with ch dis te.
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK If the battery pack is above normal temperature range, the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be off. When the battery pack cools down to approximately 122°F (104°F for NiCad 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.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when using compressed air to clean tool. If the operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
PERFORMAX™ 20V Universal Charger WARRANTY 30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This PERFORMAX™ brand power tool carries our 30-Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your PERFORMAX™ brand power tool for any reason within thirty (30) 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.