Charging Procedure - DeWalt DCD930 Instruction Manual

4. Once the Automatic Tune-Up™ mode is complete, the charger
will begin a maintenance charge; the red indicator will remain lit.
Chargers
Your tool uses a D WALT 14.4 or 18 volt charger. Be sure to read all
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safety instructions before using your charger.

Charging Procedure

DANGER: Electrocution hazard. Do not probe with conductive
objects. Danger of electric shock or electrocution.
1. Plug the charger into an
appropriate outlet before inserting
battery pack.
2. Insert the battery pack into the
charger. The red (charging) light will
blink continuously indicating that
the charging process has started.
3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light
remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be
used at this time or left in the charger.
Indicator Light Operation
Charge Indicators
Some chargers are designed to detect certain problems that can arise
with battery packs. Problems are indicated by the red light flashing
at a fast rate. If this occurs, re-insert battery pack into the charger. If
the problem persists, try a different battery pack to determine if the
charger is OK. If the new pack charges correctly, then the original
pack is defective and should be returned to a service center or
other collection site for recycling. If the new battery pack elicits the
same trouble indication as the original, have the charger tested at an
authorized service center.
HOT/COLD PACK DELAY
Some chargers have a Hot/Cold Pack Delay feature: when the
charger detects a battery that is hot, it automatically starts a Hot Pack
Delay, suspending charging until the battery has cooled. After the
battery has cooled, the charger automatically switches to the Pack
Charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red
light flashes long, then short while in the Hot Pack Delay mode.
PROBLEM POWER LINE
Some chargers have a Problem Power Line indicator. 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, flashing the red light with two fast blinks
followed by a pause. This indicates the power source is out of limits.
LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK IN THE CHARGER
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the red light
glowing indefinitely. The charger will keep the battery pack fresh and
fully charged.
NOTE: A battery pack will slowly lose its charge when kept out of
the charger. If the battery pack has not been kept on maintenance
charge, it may need to be recharged before use. A battery pack may
also slowly lose its charge if left in a charger that is not plugged into
an appropriate AC source.
WEAK BATTERY PACKS: Chargers can also detect a weak battery
pack. Such batteries are still usable but should not be expected to
perform as much work. The charger will indicate to replace battery
pack.
Important Charging Notes
1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery
pack is charged when the air temperature is between 65 °F
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