DeWalt DC413 Instruction Manual page 8

inaposition away f rom any heat s ource. The charger isventilateo
through slots inthetopandthe bottom ofthehousing.
• Do not mount charger on wall or permanently affix charger
to any surface. The charger is intended to use on a flat, stable
surface (i.e., table top, bench top).
• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug i have
them replaced immediately.
• Do not operate charger ff it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an
authorized service center.
• Do not disassemble charger; take # to an authorized service
center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly
may result in a risk of electric shock, electrocution or fire.
• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting
any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock.
Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk.
• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together.
• The charger is designed to operate on standard household
electrical power (120 Volts). Do not attempt to use it on any
other voltage.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Charger
Your battery pack requires a 1 hour DEWALT charger. Be sure
to read all safety instructions before using your charger. Consult
the chart on the back of this manual for compatibility of chargers
and battery packs.
Charging Procedure
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate
outlet before inserting the battery
pack.
2. Insert the battery pack into the charger. The charger is equipped
with a three-light fuel gauge that will blink according to the state
of charge of the battery pack.
3. The completion of charge is indicated by the three red lights
remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may
be used at this time or left on the charger.
_{-e ¢ [] 0% - 33% 1st light blinks
o_.e [3 33% - 66% 1st light on, 2 nd light blinks
• o_l_ 66% - 99% 1st, 2 nd lights on, 3 rd light blinks
• • o | 100% 1st, 2nd, 3rd lights on
Charger Diagnostics
This charger is designed to detect certain problems that can arise
with the battery packs or the charger. Problems are indicated by the
three red lights flashing together in different patterns.
PROBLEM POWER LINE
When the charger is used with some portable power sources
such as generators or sources that convert DC to AC, the charger
may temporarily suspend operation. The three red lights will flash
together with two fast blinks followed by a pause. This indicates
that the power source is out of limits.
BAD BATTERY
The charger can detect a weak or damaged battery. The three
red lights will flash together with rapid blinking. The battery will
no longer charge and should be returned to a service center or a
collection site for recycling.
BAD CHARGER
The charger will detect if it is not functioning properly. The three red
lights will flash together with one fast blink followed by a long