Storage Recommendations; Important Charging Notes - Black & Decker LSW20 Instruction Manual

• Charge the batterypacks only in Black & Decker chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids. This may
cause premature cell failure.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 105°F (40°C) (such
as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
W A RNING: Never attempt to open the battery pack
for any reason, ff battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not
insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do
not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, run over or damaged in any way d.e., pierced with a
nail, h# with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should
be returned to service center for recycling.
&WARNING:
Fire hazard. Do not store or carry
battery so that metal objects can contact exposed battery
terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool
boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws,
keys, etc. Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the
battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive
materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US
Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR)
actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes (i.e.,
packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are properly
protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual batteries, make
sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from
materials thatcould contact them and cause a short circuit. NOTE: M-ION
batteries should not be put in checked baggage.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
1. The best storage place is one that is coot and dry away from
direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
2. Long storage will not harm the battery pack or charger.
The standard charger provided will
i
charge a fully depeleted battery in _, "4 J'
about 4 hours. '.....
1. Plug the charger into an
appropriate outlet before inserting
the battery pack.
2. Insert the battery pack into the
charger as shown in figure A.
3. The green LED will flash
indicating that the battery is being
charged. ":\-
4. The completion of charge is
indicated by the green LED remaintng on continuously. The pack is
fully charged and may be used at this time or left on the charger.
Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible after use or
battery life may be greatly diminished. 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 green
LED glowing indefinitely. The charger will keep the battery pack
fresh and fully charged.
IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES
1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery
pack is charged when the air temperature is between 60°F and 80°F
(16 °- 27°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.
2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch
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.