Porter-Cable 8624 Instruction Manual page 5

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LENGTH OF CORD IN FEET
AWG SIZE OF CORD
from receptacle. Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.
Have damaged or worn power cord and strain reliever replaced immediately.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWER CORD.
6. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
7. Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Use of
improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an
extension cord must be used, make sure:
A. That the pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and
shape as those of plug on charger.
B. That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
C. Wire Size of cord is at least as specified in following chart:
D. If an extension cord is to be used outdoors it must be marked with the
suffix W-A following the cord type designation. For example – SJTW-A to
indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
8. DO NOT OPERATE charger with damaged cord or plug – have them replaced
immediately, to avoid a hazard. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWER CORD.
9. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
10. Do not dissassemble charger or battery pack. Take it to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
11. Unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning – to reduce risk of electric shock.
12. Charge the battery pack in a well ventilated place, do not cover the
charger and battery pack with a cloth, etc., while charging.
13. Do not store the charger or battery pack in locations where the
temperature may reach or exceed 122° F (such as a metal tool shed, or a car
in the summer), which can lead to deterioration of the storage battery.
14. Do not charge battery pack when the temperature is BELOW 32°F or
ABOVE 104°F. This is very important for proper operation.
15. Do not incinerate battery pack. It can explode in a fire.
16. Do not charge battery in damp or wet locations.
17. Do not attempt to charge any other cordless tool or battery pack with the
Porter-Cable Model 8624 charger.
18. Do not short across the terminals of the battery pack: EXTREMELY
HIGH TEMPERATURES COULD CAUSE PERSONAL
INJURY OR FIRE.
19. Dispose of expended batteries properly. The
Porter-Cable Model 8823 Battery Pack contains
rechargeable, nickel-cadmium batteries. These
batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Drop off expended battery packs at your local
replacement battery retailer, your local recycling
center, or at a Porter-Cable Service Center (see list on
back page of this manual). Applicable fees for the
collection and recycling of these batteries (in the
United States), have been paid to the RBRC
further information, call: 1-800-8-BATTERY.
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