Battery And Charger - Black & Decker BHFEA640W Instruction Manual

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BATTERY AND CHARGER

The battery is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using
the charger to charge the battery, read the safety instructions
below and then follow charging procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions for All
Integral Battery Tools

WARNING:
instructions, and cautionary markings for the
battery, charger and product. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
NEVER force a charger plug into the tool.
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DO NOT modify the charger plug of a non‑compatible
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charger in any way to fit into the tool as the battery
may rupture causing serious personal injury.
DO NOT charge or use the battery in explosive
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atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the charger
plug from the tool may ignite the dust or fumes.
Only charge the battery with the provided charger.
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DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
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DO NOT allow water or any liquid to enter tool.
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DO NOT store or use the tool in locations where the
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temperature may reach or exceed 104 °F (40 °C) (such
as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer). For
best life store tools in a cool, dry location.
NOTE: Do not store the tool with the switch locked on.
Never tape the switch in the ON position.
DO NOT incinerate the tool even if it is severely
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damaged or is completely worn out. The battery can
explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created
when lithium‑ion batteries are burned.
If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
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immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If
battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a
mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
Contents of opened battery cells may cause
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respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medical attention.
Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark
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or flame.
Never attempt to open the tool for any reason. If the
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tool case is cracked or damaged, do not charge. Do
not crush, drop or damage the tool. Do not use a tool or
charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run
over or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit
with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged tools should be
returned to the service center for recycling.
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Read all safety warnings,
Storage Recommendations
The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away from
direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
Transportation
nOTE: Integral Li-ion tools should not be put in checked
baggage on airplanes.
Tool Disposal
This product uses a lithium-ion rechargeable and recyclable
battery. When the battery no longer holds a charge, the tool
should be recycled. The tool should not be incinerated or
placed in the trash.
The tool can be taken for disposal to an Authorized Service
Center. Some local retailers are also participating in a national
recycling program (refer to RBRC®). Call your local retailer for
details. If you bring the tool to an Authorized Service Center,
the Center will arrange to recycle the tool and its battery.
Or, contact your local municipality for proper disposal
instructions in your city/town.
Charging the Battery (Fig. B—E)

WARNING:
supplied charger.

WARNING:
ambient temperatures below 39 °F (4 °C) or above
104 °F (40 °C).
nOTE: From new, the rechargeable cells of the product need
a minimum charge time of four hours to ensure full power.
The supplied charger offers two ways to charge your battery:
• Unit charging
• Unit wall mounted charging
Unit Charging (Fig. B, D)
1. Locate the circular charge port
the unit.
2. Align the circular magnetic charging contact
the charger onto the circular charge port
bottom of the unit.
3. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet.
4. The blue LED 27 on the battery charge indicator
flash indicating that the battery is being charged.
5. The blue LEDs will illuminate in segments, displaying the
state of charge in the battery
6. The completion of charge is indicated by the blue
LEDs 27 turning off.
7. The unit is fully charged and may be used at this time or
left on the charger.
Unit wall mounted charging (Fig. C—E)
The product can be attached to a wall to provide a convenient
charging location or accesory storage area. When mounting to
a wall, make sure the mounting method is suitable for the wall
type and is appropriate to the weight of the appliance.
For use only with
Do not charge battery at
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