Charging Procedure; Important Charging Notes - Black & Decker GTC18452PC Manual

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Your charger is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the
mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate. Never attempt to replace the charger
unit with a regular mains plug.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
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manufacturer or an authorised BLACK+DECKER Service
Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
Features
This tool includes some or all of the following features.
1. Trigger switch
2. Lock off button
3. Switch handle
4. POWERCOMMAND button
5. Blade guard
6. Dual switch bail handle
7. Blade
8. Battery
9. Charger
Assembly
Warning! Before assembly, remove the battery from the tool
fit the blade sheath over the blades.
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is
switched off and unplugged and that the blade sheath is fitted
over the blades.
Warning! Never use the tool without the guard.

Charging procedure

Black+decker chargers are designed to charge Black+decker
battery packs.
Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting
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the battery pack.
Insert the battery pack into the charger as shown in figure
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A.
The green LED will flash indicating that the battery is be-
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ing charged.
The completion of charge is indicated by the green LED
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remaining on continuously. The pack is fully charged and
may be used at this time or left on the charger.
Note: Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible
after use or battery life may be greatly diminished. For longest
battery life, do not discharge batteries fully. It is recommended
that the batteries be recharged after each use.
Leaving the battery in the charger
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the
LED glowing indefinitely. The charger will keep the battery
pack fresh and fully charged.
(Original instructions)

Important charging notes

Longest life and best performance can be obtained if
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the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is
between 65°F and 75°F (18°- 24°C). DO NOT charge the
battery pack in an air temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C),
or above +105°F (+40.5°C). This is important and will
prevent serious damage to the battery pack.
The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch
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while charging. This is a normal condition, and does not
indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery
pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack
in a warm environment such as in a metal shed, or an
uninsulated trailer.
If the battery pack does not charge properly:
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Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or
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other appliance.
Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch
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which turns power off when you turn out the lights.
Move charger and battery pack to a location where the
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surrounding air temperature is approximately 65°F
- 75°F (18°- 24°C).
If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack
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and charger to your local service center.
The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to
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produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done
previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these
conditions. Follow the charging procedure. You may also
charge a partially used pack whenever you desire with no
adverse affect on the battery pack.
Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but
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not limited to, steel wool, aluminium foil, or any buildup
of metallic particles should be kept away from charger
cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply
when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger
before attempting to clean.
Do not freeze or immerse charger in water or any other
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liquid.
Warning! Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger. Never
attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic
housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a
service center for recycling.
Installing and removing the battery pack from the
tool
Warning! Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to
prevent switch actuation before removing or installing battery.
To install battery pack
Insert battery (8) into tool until an audible click is heard
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(Figure. B)
Ensure battery pack is fully seated and fully latched into
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position.
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