Skil QC5359E-00 - Dual Charger Manual

INTRODUCTION

• This charger is intended for charging SKIL battery packs BY5197E-03 BY5196E-03
• This tool is not intended for professional use
• Read and save this instruction manual

OVERVIEW

SPECIFICATIONS

USE

• Charging battery
  
  
  • This charger can charge a single battery pack, but also 2 battery packs at the same time.
  • remove battery from tool
  • connect charger to power source as illustrated a
  • both lights turn on for 1 second and then turn off again b
  • insert battery into charger as illustrated c
  • green light starts flashing indicating that the battery is being charged b
  • when the battery is fully charged and green light turns on d
  • remove battery from charger as illustrated d
  • Charges a fully depleted 2.5Ah battery pack to approximately 25% capacity in 6 minutes
    remove battery from charger after charging period has ended thereby lengthening the service life of the battery

• if red light starts flashing after inserting a battery, this means that the battery is damaged and should be replaced b
• if red light turns on after inserting a battery, this may mean that the battery is too cold or too hot (charger only charges batteries when its temperature is between 4°C and 40°C) b
• the lithium-ion battery can be charged at any time (interrupting the charging procedure does not damage the battery)
• the lithium-ion battery does not have to be empty before charging (no "memory-effect" as with nickelcadmium batteries)
• while charging, the charger and the battery may become warm to touch; this is normal and does not indicate a problem
• ensure that the outside surface of the battery is clean and dry before inserting into charger
• if you anticipate long periods of non use for the tool, it is best to unplug the charger from its power source
• a significantly reduced working period after charging indicates that the battery is worn out and should be replaced

MAINTENANCE

• Keep charger clean
  • clean charging contacts in charger with alcohol or contact cleaner

unplug charger from power source before cleaning

SAFETY

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGERS

• This charger can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons who have physical, sensory or mental limitations or a lack of experience or knowledge if a person responsible for their safety supervises them or has instructed them in the safe operation of the charger and they understand the associated dangers (otherwise, there is a danger of operating errors and injuries)
• Supervise children (this will ensure that children do not play with the charger)
• Cleaning and user maintenance of the battery charger shall not be made by children without supervision
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the charger
• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction, immediately switch off the tool or unplug charger from power source
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Recommendation that the tools always be supplied via residual current device with rated residual current of 30 mA or less
• Only use SKIL battery packs BY5197E-03 BY5196E-03 with this charger
• Do not touch the contacts in the charger
• Do not expose tool/charger/battery to rain
• Do not charge battery in damp or wet environments
• Do not use charger when damaged
• Do not use battery when damaged; it should be replaced immediately
• Do not disassemble charger
• Do not attempt to recharge non rechargeable batteries with the charger
• Permitted ambient temperature (charger):
  • when charging 4...40°C
  • during operation –20...+50°C
  • during storage –20...+50°C

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON CHARGER

Read the instruction manual before use

Only use the charger indoors

Double insulation (no earth wire required)

Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together with household waste material

Time lag fuse (QC5359E-00)

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