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EXTENSION CORDS
Double insulated tools can use three wire
Double insulated tools can use either a two or
extension cord. As the distance from the supply
three wire extension cord. As the distance from the
outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge
supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier
extension cord. Using extension cords with
gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with
inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in
inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in
voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible
voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool
tool damage.
damage. Refer to the table shown to determine the
Guidelines for Using Extension Cords
required minimum wire size.
• If you are using an extension cord outdoors, be
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
sure to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor
greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14
use.
gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16
• Be sure your extension cord is properly wired
gauge cord. When using more than one extension
and in good electrical condition. Always replace
cord to make up the total length, be sure each cord
a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by
contains at least the minimum wire size required.
a qualifi ed person before using it.
If you are using one extension cord for more than
• Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
sum to determine the required minimum wire size.
• Unplug all cords during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
Guidelines for Using Extension Cords
• If you are using an extension cord outdoors,
RADIO ASSEMBLY
be sure it is marked with the suf x "W-A" ("W"
in Canada) to indicate that it is acceptable for
outdoor use.
WARNING
• Be sure your extension cord is properly wired
Recharge only with the
and in good electrical condition. Always replace
charger specifi ed for the battery. For specifi c
a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by
charging instructions, read the operator's
a quali ed person before using it.
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
• Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Power
• Unplug all cords during lightning storms or when
The MILWAUKEE M18™ Radio Charger can be
unused for long periods of time.
powered by MILWAUKEE M18™ Li-Ion battery
Recommended Min. Wire Gauge for Extension Cords*
packs or a standard wall outlet. When plugged
Nameplate
Extension Cord Length
into a wall outlet, the battery bay will charge
Amperes
25'
MILWAUKEE M18™ Li-Ion battery packs (see
0 - 2.0
18
Charger Operation).
2.1 - 3.4
18
3.5 - 5.0
18
5.1 - 7.0
18
16
7.1 - 12.0
12.1 - 16.0
14
16.1 - 20.0
12
* Based on limiting the line voltage drop to ve volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
RADIO ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the
charger specifi ed for the battery. For specifi c
charging instructions, read the operator's
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Power
The MILWAUKEE M18 ™ Radio Charger can be
powered by MILWAUKEE M18™ Li-Ion battery
packs or a standard wall outlet. When plugged into a
wall outlet, the battery bay will charge MILWAUKEE
M18™ Li-Ion battery packs (see Charger Operation).
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75'
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150'
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Inserting/Removing Battery Pack
1. Open the battery bay cover.
2. To insert the battery pack, slide it into the
battery bay.
3. To remove the battery pack, pull the battery
pack off of the bay.
4. Always close the battery bay cover when the
bay is not in use.
Low Battery Indicator
When the radio is powered by a battery pack and
its charge falls below 10%, the low battery indicator
is displayed.
Battery Pack Protection
To protect the life of the battery pack, the radio
will shut off when the battery's charge becomes
too low. If this happens, plug radio charger into a
120V outlet and charge the battery pack according
220-240V outlet and charge the battery pack
to Charger Operation.
according to Charger Operation.
Installing an Auxiliary Device
Open the auxiliary compartment to connect an MP3
player, CD player, or other audio device using the
stereo auxiliary jack. Small devices can be stored
in the compartment during use.
USB Power Outlet
This outlet can be used to charge a cell phone,
power an MP3 player or any other device that uses
less than 2.1A of DC electrical current.
NOTE: Any device that uses more than 2.1 A of DC
electrical current will trip a self-resetting overload
and disable the output.
Changing Back-up Batteries
WARNING
Batteries may leak chemi-
cals or may explode if used incorrectly. The
following care should be taken to prevent
such an incident:
• Make sure the positive (+) and negative (-)
battery terminals are positioned correctly.
• Do not mix new and old batteries together,
or mix different types of batteries.
• Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable
batteries.
If chemicals from the batteries come in
contact with your skin, wash them off imme-
diately with water. If chemicals leak onto the
radio, clean the radio completely.
To hold station presets and clock time when the
battery pack is removed and the radio is unplugged,
2 AAA batteries are required.
1. Remove battery pack and unplug radio.
2. Remove the screw and battery cover.
3. Insert two (2) AAA batteries according to
matching positive (+) and negative (-) marks.
4. Replace the battery cover and screw.
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