Use and Care Manual

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TEMPERATURE CONTROL /OVERLOAD PROTECTION
When the temperature of battery is too high and the machine switches off automatically.
• Switch the power tool off.
• Allow the battery to cool down before continuing to work.
When the power tool is blocked and switches off automatically.
• Remove the power tool from the workpiece.
• As soon as the blockage is corrected, the power tool will continue to work at the set stroke rate.
IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES
WARNING: Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible
problems.
Therefore, you should charge them before first use.
• Use only POWERSMART battery charger (Model#PS76018C)
• Charge time is approximately 1hour, and is dependent upon the type of battery pack.
• Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage, 120V, AC only, 60Hz.
• Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the raised ribs on the battery pack with the grooves
in the charger, then slide the battery pack onto the charger.
• Press down on the battery pack to be sure contacts on the battery pack engage properly with contacts
in the charger. Latches should snap into ensure charger is correctly connected.
• Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or cold. It will work best at normal room
temperature.
• The battery pack may become slightly warm to the touch while charging. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem.
• The red LEDs will remain on while charging.
• When the green LEDs is light, this indicates the battery is fully charged.
• To remove the battery pack from the charger, depress latches and pull up on the battery pack.
• When the battery pack is fully charged, remove it from the charger.