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KOBALT
and the K Design
trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE
Serial Number __________________ Purchase Date ___________________
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer
service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-800-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
AB12444
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are registered
20-VOLT LITHIUM-ION
DRILL/DRIVER
ITEM #0437513
MODEL #K20LD-26A
Français p. 19
Español p. 37
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  • Page 1 DRILL/DRIVER ® ® KOBALT and the K Design are registered MODEL #K20LD-26A trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Français p. 19 Español p. 37 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number __________________ Purchase Date ___________________ Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-800-356-2258), 8 a.m.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 3URGXFW 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ............. . 2 Safety Information .

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Know the Tool 7R RSHUDWH WKLV WRRO FDUHIXOO\ UHDG WKLV PDQXDO DQG DOO ODEHOV DI¿[HG WR WKH GULOOGULYHU EHIRUH XVLQJ LW Keep this manual available for future reference. Important 7KLV WRRO VKRXOG RQO\ EH VHUYLFHG E\ D TXDOL¿HG VHUYLFH WHFKQLFLDQ Read All Instructions Thoroughly General Safety Rules For All Power Tools WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INFORMATION Personal Safety ‡ 6WD\ DOHUW ZDWFK ZKDW \RX DUH GRLQJ DQG XVH FRPPRQ VHQVH ZKHQ RSHUDWLQJ D SRZHU WRRO 'R QRW XVH D SRZHU WRRO ZKLOH \RX DUH WLUHG RU XQGHU WKH LQÀXHQFH RI GUXJV DOFRKRO RU medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal LQMXU\ ‡...
  • Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION Battery Tool Use and Care ‡ 5HFKDUJH RQO\ ZLWK WKH FKDUJHU VSHFL¿HG E\ WKH PDQXIDFWXUHU A charger that is suitable for RQH W\SH RI EDWWHU\ SDFN PD\ FUHDWH D ULVN RI ¿UH ZKHQ XVHG ZLWK DQRWKHU EDWWHU\ SDFN ‡...

  • Page 6: Preparation

    SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 6RPH H[DPSOHV RI WKHVH FKHPLFDOV DUH — Lead from lead-based paints. —...

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS PART DESCRIPTION Variable-speed trigger switch Direction-of-rotation selector (forward/center lock/reverse) 7RUTXHDGMXVWPHQW ULQJ LED work light Handle Gear selector Battery pack Battery-release button Keyless chuck Belt clip (1) Bit holder (1) Screws (2) WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with the drill/driver to cause carelessness. Remember that RQH FDUHOHVV PRPHQW LV HQRXJK WR FDXVH VHYHUH LQMXU\ %HIRUH DWWHPSWLQJ WR XVH DQ\ WRRO EH VXUH WR become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.

  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. To Attach Battery Pack a. Place the direction-of-rotation selector ( B ) in the center ( locked ) position. b. Align the raised portion on the battery pack (G) with DETACH the grooves on the bottom of the drill/driver, and then slide the battery pack onto the drill/driver as shown.
  • Page 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  7ZR6SHHG *HDU %R[ The drill/driver has a two-speed gear box designed for drilling or driving at two different variable-speed ranges. A gear selector (F) is located on the top of the drill/driver to select either 1 (Low) or 2 (High) speed.
  • Page 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4. Direction-of-Rotation Selector (Forward/Center Lock/Reverse) The direction of bit rotation is reversible and is controlled by a selector located above the trigger switch (A). With the drill/driver held in the normal operating position, pointing away from you: a. Position the direction-of-rotation selector (B) to the left of the tool for forward rotation.
  • Page 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5. Keyless Chuck The drill/driver has a keyless chuck (I) to tighten or UHOHDVH GULOO ELWV LQ WKH FKXFN MDZV 7KH DUURZV RQ the chuck indicate the direction in which to rotate the chuck body in order to GRIP (tighten) or OPEN UHOHDVH WKH FKXFN MDZV RQ WKH GULOO ELW WARNING: Do not hold the chuck body with one hand and use the power of the drill/driver to tighten the...
  • Page 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7. Drill Mode Select the drill mode for drilling and other heavy- duty applications. To select the drill mode, rotate the WRUTXH DGMXVWPHQW ULQJ C ) until the drill icon aligns with the torque indicator and clicks into position. 8.
  • Page 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10. Installing the Bit Holder The bit holder at the base of the tool can store 2 bits. a. Align the rib of bit holder (K) with the hole on the base of the drill. b. Insert the screw (L) and tighten the screw securely with a Phillips screwdriver (not included).
  • Page 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12. Removing Bits a. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of- rotation selector (B) in the OFF (center) position. E 2SHQ WKH FKXFN MDZV NOTICE: Rotate the chuck body in the reverse direction WR ORRVHQ WKH FKXFN MDZV 'R QRW XVH D ZUHQFK WR WLJKWHQ RU ORRVHQ WKH FKXFN MDZV 3.
  • Page 15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Wood Drilling a. For maximum performance, use high-speed steel or brad-point bits for drilling wood. b. Begin drilling at a very low speed to prevent the bit from slipping off the starting point. c. Increase speed as the drill bit bites into the material. d.
  • Page 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 14. Screw Driving Try to use modern screws for easy driving and improved grip. a. Install the correct driver bit. b. Ensure that the torque-setting ring is set to the most suitable setting. If in doubt, start with a low setting and gradually increase the setting until the most suitable position is found.

  • Page 17: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE General Maintenance $OO UHSDLUV VKRXOG EH FDUULHG RXW RQO\ E\ DQ DXWKRUL]HG VHUYLFH RUJDQL]DWLRQ Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery pack from the tool. For safe and proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean. Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your drill/driver;...

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    This warranty excludes blades, bits, bulbs and accessories. 7KLV ZDUUDQW\ JLYHV \RX VSHFL¿F OHJDO ULJKWV DQG \RX PD\ DOVR KDYH RWKHU ULJKWV WKDW YDU\ IURP VWDWH to state. Printed in China KOBALT ® and the K Design ® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC.
  • Page 20 ITEM #0437516 20-VOLT LITHIUM-ION LED WORKLIGHT MODEL #K20LL-26A ® ® KOBALT and the K Design are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Français p. 09 Español p. 19 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number _______________ Purchase Date _______________ Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-800-356-2258), 8 a.m.

  • Page 21: Warranty

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 3URGXFW 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ................Safety Information .
  • Page 22 SAFETY INFORMATION KNOW THE TOOL 7R RSHUDWH WKLV WRRO FDUHIXOO\ UHDG WKLV PDQXDO DQG DOO ODEHOV DI¿[HG WR WKH ZRUNOLJKW EHIRUH XVLQJ LW Keep this manual available for future reference. IMPORTANT 7KLV WRRO VKRXOG RQO\ EH VHUYLFHG E\ D TXDOL¿HG VHUYLFH WHFKQLFLDQ Read All Instructions Thoroughly General Safety Rules for All Power Tools WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
  • Page 23 SAFETY INFORMATION Personal Safety ‡ 6WD\ DOHUW ZDWFK ZKDW \RX DUH GRLQJ DQG XVH FRPPRQ VHQVH ZKHQ RSHUDWLQJ D SRZHU WRRO 'R QRW XVH D SRZHU WRRO ZKLOH \RX DUH WLUHG RU XQGHU WKH LQÀXHQFH RI GUXJV DOFRKRO RU medication. $ PRPHQW RI LQDWWHQWLRQ ZKLOH RSHUDWLQJ SRZHU WRROV PD\ UHVXOW LQ VHULRXV SHUVRQDO LQMXU\ ‡...
  • Page 24 SAFETY INFORMATION Battery Tool Use and Care ‡ 5HFKDUJH RQO\ ZLWK WKH FKDUJHU VSHFL¿HG E\ WKH PDQXIDFWXUHU A charger that is suitable for RQH W\SH RI EDWWHU\ SDFN PD\ FUHDWH D ULVN RI ¿UH ZKHQ XVHG ZLWK DQRWKHU EDWWHU\ SDFN ‡...
  • Page 25 PREPARATION Know Your Worklight %HIRUH DWWHPSWLQJ WR XVH WKH ZRUNOLJKW IDPLOLDUL]H \RXUVHOI ZLWK DOO RI LWV RSHUDWLQJ IHDWXUHV DQG VDIHW\ requirements. PART DESCRIPTION 2Q2II 6ZLWFK Center pivot End cap Handle Battery-release button Battery pack (1) WARNING: 'R QRW DOORZ IDPLOLDULW\ ZLWK WKH ZRUNOLJKW WR FDXVH FDUHOHVVQHVV 5HPHPEHU WKDW RQH FDUHOHVV PRPHQW LV HQRXJK WR FDXVH VHYHUH LQMXU\ %HIRUH DWWHPSWLQJ WR XVH DQ\ WRRO EH VXUH WR EHFRPH IDPLOLDU ZLWK DOO RI WKH RSHUDWLQJ IHDWXUHV DQG VDIHW\ LQVWUXFWLRQV...
  • Page 26 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. To Attach Battery Pack D $OLJQ WKH UDLVHG SRUWLRQ RQ WKH EDWWHU\ SDFN * ZLWK WKH JURRYHV RQ WKH ERWWRP RI WKH ZRUNOLJKW DQG WKHQ VOLGH DETACH WKH EDWWHU\ SDFN RQWR WKH ZRUNOLJKW DV VKRZQ b. Make sure that the latch on the battery pack snaps into SODFH DQG WKH EDWWHU\ SDFN LV VHFXUHG WR WKH ZRUNOLJKW before beginning operation.
  • Page 27 7KLV ZDUUDQW\ H[FOXGHV EODGHV ELWV EXOEV DQG DFFHVVRULHV 7KLV ZDUUDQW\ JLYHV \RX VSHFL¿F OHJDO ULJKWV DQG \RX PD\ DOVR KDYH RWKHU ULJKWV WKDW YDU\ IURP VWDWH to state. Printed in China Kobalt ® & K Design ® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC.
  • Page 28 ITEM #0437517 20-VOLT RECIPROCATING SAW ® ® KOBALT and the K Design are registered MODEL #K20RS-26A trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Français p. 15 Español p. 31 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number _______________ Purchase Date _______________ Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-800-356-2258), 8 a.m.
  • Page 29 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3URGXFW 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ............. . 2 Safety Information .

  • Page 30: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Know the Tool 7R RSHUDWH WKLV WRRO FDUHIXOO\ UHDG WKLV PDQXDO DQG DOO ODEHOV DI¿[HG WR WKH UHFLSURFDWLQJ VDZ EHIRUH using it. Keep this manual available for future reference. Important 7KLV WRRO VKRXOG EH VHUYLFHG RQO\ E\ D TXDOL¿HG VHUYLFH WHFKQLFLDQ Read All Instructions Thoroughly General Safety Rules for All Power Tools WARNING: 5HDG DOO VDIHW\ ZDUQLQJV DQG DOO LQVWUXFWLRQV )DLOXUH WR IROORZ DOO ZDUQLQJV DQG...
  • Page 31 SAFETY INFORMATION Personal Safety ‡ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. 'R QRW XVH D SRZHU WRRO ZKLOH \RX DUH WLUHG RU XQGHU WKH LQÀXHQFH RI GUXJV DOFRKRO RU medication. $ PRPHQW RI LQDWWHQWLRQ ZKLOH RSHUDWLQJ SRZHU WRROV PD\ result in serious personal LQMXU\ ‡...
  • Page 32 SAFETY INFORMATION Battery Tool Use and Care ‡ 5HFKDUJH RQO\ ZLWK WKH FKDUJHU VSHFL¿HG E\ WKH PDQXIDFWXUHU A charger that is suitable for RQH W\SH RI EDWWHU\ SDFN PD\ FUHDWH D ULVN RI ¿UH ZKHQ XVHG ZLWK DQRWKHU EDWWHU\ SDFN ‡...

  • Page 33: Preparation

    SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: — Lead from lead-based paints. —...

  • Page 34: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS PARTS DESCRIPTION 6DZ EODGH Pivoting shoe Orbital-function lever 7ULJJHU VZLWFK Lock-off button Blade-clamp lever Shoe-release lever Battery pack Battery-release button WARNING: 'R QRW DOORZ IDPLOLDULW\ ZLWK WKH VDZ WR FDXVH FDUHOHVVQHVV 5HPHPEHU WKDW RQH FDUHOHVV PRPHQW LV HQRXJK WR FDXVH VHYHUH LQMXU\ %HIRUH DWWHPSWLQJ WR XVH DQ\ WRRO EH VXUH WR EHFRPH IDPLOLDU ZLWK all of the operating features and safety instructions.

  • Page 35: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. To Attach Battery Pack D (QVXUH WKDW WKH WULJJHU VZLWFK LV LQ WKH ³RII´ SRVLWLRQ E $OLJQ WKH UDLVHG ULE RQ WKH EDWWHU\ SDFN ZLWK WKH JURRYHV RQ WKH ERWWRP RI WKH VDZ DQG WKHQ DWWDFK WKH EDWWHU\ SDFN WR WKH VDZ NOTICE: Make sure that the latch on the battery pack snaps into place and the battery pack is secured to the tool before beginning operation.
  • Page 36 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3. Base Shoe Adjustment )RU PD[LPXP FRQWURO DQG ORQJHU EODGH OLIH WKH EDVH DVVHPEO\ VOLGHV LQ RU RXW WR DGMXVW WKH HIIHFWLYH VWURNH length. D 5HPRYH WKH EDWWHU\ SDFN IURP WKH VDZ b. Open and hold the shoe-release lever (G), then slide the shoe (B) to the desired position.
  • Page 37 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6. Orbital Function Lever 7KLV UHFLSURFDWLQJ VDZ KDV WKH RSWLRQ RI RUELWDO DFWLRQ WR PDNH WKH EODGH VZLQJ VOLJKWO\ DV LW FXWV 2UELWDO DFWLRQ LV HIIHFWLYH RQO\ ZKHQ WKH VDZ EODGH WHHWK IDFH GRZQ a. Remove the battery pack from tool. b.
  • Page 38 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: 'R QRW DOORZ IDPLOLDULW\ ZLWK WKH VDZ WR PDNH \RX FDUHOHVV 2QH FDUHOHVV IUDFWLRQ RI D VHFRQG LV HQRXJK WR LQÀLFW VHULRXV LQMXU\ NOTICE: &XWWLQJ VSHHGV VKRXOG YDU\ ZLWK WKH ZRUNSLHFH +DUG PDWHULDOV VXFK DV PHWDOV UHTXLUH ORZHU VSHHGV IRU VRIWHU PDWHULDOV XVH KLJKHU VSHHGV 8.

  • Page 39: Care And Maintenance

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: 7R UHGXFH WKH ULVN RI H[SORVLRQ HOHFWULF VKRFN DQG SURSHUW\ GDPDJH DOZD\V FKHFN WKH ZRUN DUHD IRU KLGGHQ JDV SLSHV HOHFWULFDO ZLUHV RU ZDWHU SLSHV ZKHQ PDNLQJ EOLQG RU SOXQJH FXWV WARNING: 7R DYRLG ORVV RI FRQWURO DQG VHULRXV LQMXU\ PDNH VXUH WKDW WKH EODGH UHDFKHV PD[LPXP VSHHG EHIRUH WRXFKLQJ LW WR WKH ZRUNSLHFH WARNING: Do not make plunge cuts in metal materials.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    7KLV ZDUUDQW\ H[FOXGHV EODGHV ELWV EXOEV DQG DFFHVVRULHV 7KLV ZDUUDQW\ JLYHV \RX VSHFL¿F OHJDO ULJKWV DQG \RX PD\ DOVR KDYH RWKHU ULJKWV WKDW YDU\ IURP VWDWH to state. Printed in China KOBALT ® and the K Design ® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC.
  • Page 42 ITEM #0437512 20-VOLT CORDLESS IMPACT DRIVER KOBALT ® and the K Design ® are registered MODEL #K20ID-26A trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Français p. 15 Español p. 31 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number _______________ Purchase Date _______________ Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-800-356-2258), 8 a.m.
  • Page 43 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3URGXFW 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ............. . 2 Safety Information .

  • Page 44: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-888-3KOBALT, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday. WARNING ‡...
  • Page 45 SAFETY INFORMATION Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely. SYMBOL DEFINITION SYMBOL DEFINITION Volts Direct Current Amps No-load Speed...
  • Page 46 SAFETY INFORMATION ‡ 'R QRW DEXVH WKH FRUG 1HYHU XVH WKH FRUG IRU FDUU\LQJ SXOOLQJ RU XQSOXJJLQJ WKH SRZHU WRRO .HHS WKH FRUG DZD\ IURP KHDW RLO VKDUS HGJHV RU PRYLQJ SDUWV Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. ‡...

  • Page 47: Preparation

    SAFETY INFORMATION Battery Tool Use and Care ‡ 5HFKDUJH RQO\ ZLWK WKH FKDUJHU VSHFLILHG E\ WKH PDQXIDFWXUHU A charger that is suitable for RQH W\SH RI EDWWHU\ SDFN PD\ FUHDWH D ULVN RI ¿UH ZKHQ XVHG ZLWK DQRWKHU EDWWHU\ SDFN ‡...

  • Page 48: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS PART DESCRIPTION Sleeve Variable-speed trigger switch LED work light Direction-of-rotation selector Belt clip (1) Bit holder (1) Screws (2)

  • Page 49: Operating Instructions

     $WWDFKLQJ WKH %DWWHU\ 3DFN VROG VHSDUDWHO\ NOTICE: This 20 V Impact Driver is compatible with Kobalt Compact Lithium-ion Battery (0352546), Kobalt Extended Run Lithium-ion Battery (0352548), Kobalt 18V NiCd Battery (0005667), Kobalt Compact Lithium-Ion Battery (0437530), and Kobalt Extended Run Lithium-Ion Battery (0437531).
  • Page 50 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  ,QVWDOOLQJ WKH %HOW &OLS a. Align the rib of the belt clip (E) with the hole on the base of the driver. b. Insert the screw (G) and tighten the screw securely with a Phillips screwdriver (not included). NOTICE: The belt clip and drill bit holder are interchangeable between the left and right side of the driver.
  • Page 51 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  5HPRYLQJ WKH %LW +ROGHU a. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screw that attaches the bit holder (F) to the impact driver. b. Remove the screw and the bit holder (F).  7ULJJHU 6ZLWFK a. To turn the impact driver ON, depress the trigger switch (B).
  • Page 52 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  'LUHFWLRQRI5RWDWLRQ 6HOHFWRU (Forward/Center Lock/Reverse) The direction of bit rotation is reversible and is controlled by a selector located above the trigger switch (B). With the impact driver held in the normal operating position, pointing away from you: a.
  • Page 53 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  /(' :RUNOLJKW a. The LED worklight (C), located on the base of the impact driver, illuminates when you press the trigger switch (B). This provides additional light on the surface of the workpiece for operation in lower-light areas.
  • Page 54 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  5HPRYLQJ %LWV a. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of rotation selector (D) in the OFF (center) position. b. Pull the sleeve (A) towards the front of the tool and hold it in place. c. Remove the bit from the hexagonal hole in the bit retainer.

  • Page 55: Care And Maintenance

    This warranty excludes belt clip and bulbs. 7KLV ZDUUDQW\ JLYHV \RX VSHFL¿F OHJDO ULJKWV DQG \RX PD\ DOVR KDYH RWKHU ULJKWV WKDW YDU\ IURP VWDWH to state. Printed in China KOBALT ® and the K Design ® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC.
  • Page 56 ITEM #0437530 20-VOLT COMPACT LITHIUM-ION BATTERY MODEL #K20-LB20A KOBALT ® and the K Design ® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Français p. 13 Español p. 27 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m.
  • Page 57 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ......... 2 Safety Information .
  • Page 58 SAFETY INFORMATION Carefully read this manual and all labels affixed to the battery pack before using. Keep this manual available for future reference. IMPORTANT 7KLV EDWWHU\ SDFN VKRXOG RQO\ EH VHUYLFHG E\ D TXDOL¿HG VHUYLFH technician. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY General Safety Rules for All Power Tools WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
  • Page 59 SAFETY INFORMATION Electrical Safety ‡ $YRLG ERG\ FRQWDFW ZLWK HDUWKHG RU JURXQGHG VXUIDFHV such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. ‡ 'R QRW H[SRVH SRZHU WRROV WR UDLQ RU ZHW FRQGLWLRQV Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 60 SAFETY INFORMATION 6SHFL¿F 6DIHW\ 5XOHV IRU %DWWHU\ 3DFN ‡ 8VH EDWWHU\ RQO\ ZLWK WKH FKDUJHU OLVWHG Battery pack Charger K20-LB20A K20-MC60A ‡ .QRZ \RXU SRZHU WRRO 5HDG WKH RSHUDWRU¶V PDQXDO FDUHIXOO\ /HDUQ WKH WRRO¶V DSSOLFDWLRQV DQG OLPLWDWLRQV DV ZHOO DV WKH VSHFL¿F SRWHQWLDO KD]DUGV UHODWHG WR WKLV WRRO Following this UXOH ZLOO UHGXFH WKH ULVN RI HOHFWULF VKRFN ¿UH RU VHULRXV LQMXU\ ‡...
  • Page 61 SAFETY INFORMATION ‡ 'R QRW FKDUJH WKH EDWWHU\ LQ D GDPS RU ZHW ORFDWLRQ Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock. ‡ )RU EHVW UHVXOWV \RXU EDWWHU\ VKRXOG EH FKDUJHG LQ D location where the temperature is greater that 41°F (5°...
  • Page 62 PREPARATION Know Your Battery Pack Before attempting to use the battery pack, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements. Part Description Battery release button Electrical contacts Battery vents...
  • Page 63 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Power Indicator This lithium-ion battery pack is equipped with a power indicator that displays the battery pack’s charge status. Press the power indicator button to display the LED lights. The LED lights will stay lit for approximately 4 seconds. NOTICE: The power indicator can be used whether the battery is attached or removed from tool.
  • Page 64 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Low Capacity Warning ,I RQH /(' RQ WKH 32:(5 %$5 EHJLQV WR ÀDVK WKH EDWWHU\ SDFN LV charged to less than 10% of its capacity and should be recharged. Unlike other types of battery packs, lithium-ion battery packs deliver fade-free power for their entire run time.
  • Page 65 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cold Weather Operation This lithium-ion battery pack will provide optimal performance in temperatures between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C). When the EDWWHU\ SDFN LV YHU\ FROG LW PD\ ³SXOVH´ IRU WKH ¿UVW PLQXWH RI XVH WR warm itself. Put the battery pack on a tool and use the tool in a light application.
  • Page 66 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. How to Charge the Battery Pack NOTICE: This lithium-ion battery pack is shipped partially charged. Before XVLQJ LW WKH ¿UVW WLPH IXOO\ charge the battery pack. A fully discharged battery pack model K20-LB40A will charge in about 45 minutes and model K20-LB20A will charge in about 35 minutes in a surrounding temperature...
  • Page 67 CARE AND MAINTENANCE All maintenance should be carried out only by an authorized service organization. Cleaning Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery pack from the tool. For safe and proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean. Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your battery pack, never use any detergent or alcohol.
  • Page 68 ITEM #0437531 20-VOLT EXTENDED RUN LITHIUM-ION BATTERY MODEL #K20-LB40A KOBALT ® and the K Design ® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Français p. 13 Español p. 27 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m.
  • Page 69 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ......... 2 Safety Information .
  • Page 70 SAFETY INFORMATION Carefully read this manual and all labels affixed to the battery pack before using. Keep this manual available for future reference. IMPORTANT 7KLV EDWWHU\ SDFN VKRXOG RQO\ EH VHUYLFHG E\ D TXDOL¿HG VHUYLFH technician. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY General Safety Rules for All Power Tools WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
  • Page 71 SAFETY INFORMATION Electrical Safety ‡ $YRLG ERG\ FRQWDFW ZLWK HDUWKHG RU JURXQGHG VXUIDFHV such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. ‡ 'R QRW H[SRVH SRZHU WRROV WR UDLQ RU ZHW FRQGLWLRQV Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 72 SAFETY INFORMATION 6SHFL¿F 6DIHW\ 5XOHV IRU %DWWHU\ 3DFN ‡ 8VH EDWWHU\ RQO\ ZLWK WKH FKDUJHU OLVWHG BATTERY PACK CHARGER K20-LB40A K20-MC60A ‡ Know your power tool. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the VSHFL¿F SRWHQWLDO KD]DUGV UHODWHG WR WKLV WRRO Following this UXOH ZLOO UHGXFH WKH ULVN RI HOHFWULF VKRFN ¿UH RU VHULRXV LQMXU\ ‡...
  • Page 73 SAFETY INFORMATION ‡ Do not charge the battery in a damp or wet location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock. ‡ For best results, your battery should be charged in a location where the temperature is greater that 41°F (5°...
  • Page 74 PREPARATION Know Your Battery Pack Before attempting to use the battery pack, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements. PART DESCRIPTION Battery release button Electrical contacts Battery vents...
  • Page 75 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Power Indicator This lithium-ion battery pack is equipped with a power indicator that displays the battery pack’s charge status. Press the power indicator button to display the LED lights. The LED lights will stay lit for approximately 4 seconds. NOTICE: The power indicator can be used whether the battery is attached or removed from tool.
  • Page 76 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Low Capacity Warning ,I RQH /(' RQ WKH 32:(5 %$5 EHJLQV WR ÀDVK WKH EDWWHU\ SDFN LV charged to less than 10% of its capacity and should be recharged. Unlike other types of battery packs, lithium-ion battery packs deliver fade-free power for their entire run time.
  • Page 77 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cold Weather Operation This lithium-ion battery pack will provide optimal performance in temperatures between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C). When the EDWWHU\ SDFN LV YHU\ FROG LW PD\ ³SXOVH´ IRU WKH ¿UVW PLQXWH RI XVH WR warm itself. Put the battery pack on a tool and use the tool in a light application.
  • Page 78 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. How to Charge the Battery Pack NOTICE: This lithium-ion battery pack is shipped partially charged. Before XVLQJ LW WKH ¿UVW WLPH IXOO\ charge the battery pack. A fully discharged battery pack model K20-LB40A will charge in about 45 minutes and model K20-LB20A will charge in about 35 minutes in a surrounding temperature...
  • Page 79 CARE AND MAINTENANCE All maintenance should be carried out only by an authorized service organization. Cleaning Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery pack from the tool. For safe and proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean. Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your battery pack, never use any detergent or alcohol.
  • Page 80 ITEM #0437532 18/20-VOLT LITHIUM-ION/NiCd KOBALT ® and the K Design ® CHARGER registered trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. MODEL #K20-MC60A Français p. 17 Español p. 35 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m.
  • Page 81 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3URGXFW 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ........2 Safety Information .
  • Page 82 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Save These Instructions This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product using battery. CAUTION: To reduce risk of injury, charge only 18V, maximum 1,500 mAh Ni-Cd, 18V, maximum 3,200 mAh Li-Ion or 20V, maximum 4,000 mAh Li-Ion type rechargeable batteries.
  • Page 83 SAFETY INFORMATION Work Area Safety ‡ .HHS WKH ZRUN DUHD FOHDQ DQG ZHOO OLW Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. ‡ 'R QRW RSHUDWH SRZHU WRROV LQ H[SORVLYH DWPRVSKHUHV VXFK DV LQ WKH SUHVHQFH RI ÀDPPDEOH OLTXLGV JDVHV RU GXVW Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.
  • Page 84 SAFETY INFORMATION Personal Safety ‡ 6WD\ DOHUW ZDWFK ZKDW \RX DUH GRLQJ DQG XVH FRPPRQ sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool ZKLOH \RX DUH WLUHG RU XQGHU WKH LQÀXHQFH RI GUXJV DOFRKRO or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
  • Page 85 SAFETY INFORMATION Power Tool Use and Care ‡ 'R QRW IRUFH WKH SRZHU WRRO 8VH WKH FRUUHFW SRZHU tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed. ‡...
  • Page 86 SAFETY INFORMATION Battery Tool Use and Care ‡ 5HFKDUJH RQO\ ZLWK WKH FKDUJHU VSHFL¿HG E\ WKH manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery SDFN PD\ FUHDWH D ULVN RI ¿UH ZKHQ XVHG ZLWK DQRWKHU EDWWHU\ pack. ‡...
  • Page 87 SAFETY INFORMATION 6SHFL¿F 6DIHW\ 5XOHV IRU /LWKLXP ,RQ1L&G &KDUJHU WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to IROORZ DOO LQVWUXFWLRQV OLVWHG EHORZ PD\ UHVXOW LQ HOHFWULF VKRFN ¿UH and/or serious personal injury. ‡ Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual and on the battery charger.
  • Page 88 SAFETY INFORMATION ‡ Keep the cord and charger away from heat to prevent damage to the housing or internal parts. ‡ Do not allow gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products, etc. to come in contact with plastic parts. These materials contain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
  • Page 89 SAFETY INFORMATION ‡ Unplug the charger from the electrical outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock. ‡ Disconnect charger from the power supply when not in use. This will reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger if metal items should fall into the opening.
  • Page 90 PREPARATION Before attempting to use the charger, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements. PART DESCRIPTION Electric Contacts LCD Screen Air Vents WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with the charger to cause carelessness. Remember that one careless moment is enough to cause severe injury.
  • Page 91 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems. Lithium-Ion Batteries It is not necessary to run down the Lithium-Ion battery pack charge before recharging. Remove the battery pack from the tool and recharge it when it is convenient. NiCd Batteries For best performance, fully charge and fully discharge the battery for each cycle.
  • Page 92 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Charge the battery pack with the correct charger. 2. Connect the charger to a power supply. 3. Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the raised ribs of the battery pack with the slot in the charger. Slide the battery pack onto the charger (Fig.
  • Page 93 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS When Charging Lithium-Ion Battery Pack K18-LB15A / K18-LB30A / K20-LB20A / K20-LB40A ICON BACKLIGHT FLASH RATE DURATION INDICATION Power on; Green Steady 2 seconds ready to charge Power on; None Steady no battery installed Up to 90 Hot/cold battery Orange minutes Approx.
  • Page 94 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS When Charging NiCd Battery Pack K20-NB15A ICON BACKLIGHT FLASH RATE DURATION INDICATION Power on; Green Steady 2 seconds ready to charge Power on; None no battery installed Orange Hot/cold battery Flashes Orange 2 minutes Deep discharge slowly Defective battery Moves from Orange Charging...
  • Page 95 CARE AND MAINTENANCE All maintenance should only be carried out by an authorized service organization. Cleaning Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery pack from the tool. For safe and proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean. Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your charger, never use any detergent or alcohol.

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