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When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger 140276004. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product using battery. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Wet Conditions Alert Read The Operator’s Manual Eye Protection Safety Alert FEATURES...
OPERATION APPLICATIONS You may use this tool for the following purposes: Charging 9.6 Volt, 12 Volt, 14.4 Volt, and 18 Volt RIDGID slide batteries CAUTION: If at any point during the charging process none of the LEDs are lit, remove the battery pack from the charger to avoid damaging the product.
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OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 3. INDICATOR Power Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate Defective • If defective, try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery pack. If the LED status repeats a second time, try charging a different battery. •...
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center. KEEPING THE CHARGER VENTS CLEAN The fan in this charger will perform more efficiently if the air vents and ports are kept clean and dust-free.
2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at (toll free) 1-866-539-1710.
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140276004 Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgid.com.