Battery Protection; Cold Weather Operation - Craftsman 320.74905 Operator's Manual

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WARNING: If any parts are broken or missing, do not attempt to plug in the
power cord or operate the hedge trimmer until the broken or missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this hedge trimmer or create
accessories not recommended for use with this hedge trimmer. Any such
alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious injury.
UNPACKING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
• Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that
all items listed in the packing list are included.
• Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred
during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the tool.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please refer to the numbers listed on the
back page of operator's manual.
PACKING LIST
Hedge trimmer, battery pack, blade guard, charger, safety guard, screws,
hex key, operator's manual
NOTE: Charge the battery before first use.
LOW-BATTERY CAPACITY INDICATOR
Unlike other battery pack types, Lithium-Ion battery packs deliver fade-free
power for their entire run time. The tool will not experience a slow, gradual loss
of power as you work. To signal that the battery pack is at the end of its run time
and needs to be charged, power to the tool will drop quickly.
BATTERY PROTECTION
To protect the battery from damage and prolong its life, the battery pack
circuitry will turn off the battery pack if it becomes overloaded or if the
temperature becomes too high during use. This may happen in extremely high
torque, binding, and stalling situations. This intelligent system will shut down
your battery pack if its operating temperature exceeds 176°F (80°C) and will
begin normal operation when it returns to 32°F (0°C) - 122°F (50°C).The battery
pack will begin normal operation when it cools down.
NOTE: A significantly reduced run time after fully charging the battery pack
indicates that the battery is near the end of its usable life and must be replaced.
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 battery pack is very cold, it may
"pulse" for the first minute of use to warm itself. Put the battery pack on a tool
and use the tool in a light application. After about a minute, the battery pack will
have warmed itself and will operate normally.
WHEN TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK
It is not necessary to run down the battery pack charge before recharging. The
Lithium-Ion battery can be charged at any time and will not develop a "memory"
when charged after only a partial discharge.
Remove the battery pack from the tool when it is convenient for you and your
job. "Top off" the battery pack charge by charging it for a time before starting a
big job or long period of use.
Due to Lithium-Ion fade-free properties, the only time it is necessary to charge
the Lithium-Ion battery pack is when the pack has reached the end of its charge.
To signal the end of charge, power to the tool will drop quickly. Charge the
battery pack as needed.
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