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2.1
Open the Box
Each cordless tool is shipped in a box with a battery pack and a charger. This chapter explains their operation and how
these components fit together.
2.2
Battery Pack
Before using the battery pack, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the charger, battery pack and the BR-Series
Cordless tool. The battery pack is not fully charged out of the box. Before using the battery pack and charger, read the
safety instructions in 1.8 "Safety" on page 11 and then follow charging procedures outlined in the charger manual.
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 it under these conditions. Follow the charging procedure 2.8 "Charging Procedure" on page 27.
You may also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire with no adverse effect on the battery pack. When ordering
replacement battery packs, be sure to include the part number. The BR-Series Cordless Tools use a Lithium Ion battery pack
as its power source. Use the STANLEY recommended Lithium Ion Battery Charger to charge the battery pack.
2.3
Fuel Gauge
The battery packs include a fuel gauge which consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of charge remaining
in the battery pack. To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge button. A combination of the three green LED
lights will illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level of charge in the battery pack is below the usable
limit, the fuel gauge will not illuminate, and the battery pack will need to be recharged.
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and
is subject to variation based on product components, temperature and end-user application.
2.4
The RBRC™ Seal
The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion
batteries (or battery packs) indicate that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery packs) at the end of their useful life
have already been paid by STANLEY. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithi-
um ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious
alternative. RBRC™, in cooperation with STANLEY and other battery users, has established programs in the United States
and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion batteries. Help protect
our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion
batteries to an authorized STANLEY service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local
recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery pack. RBRC™ is a registered trademark of the
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.
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