Black & Decker CM1936Z Instruction Manual page 8

BATTERY
CAUTION:
USE ONLY BLACK & DECKER APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES - CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SERVICE CENTER
OR 1-800=544=6986.
The battery is a 36-volt sealed lead acid system. There is no liquid contained within the battery and the mower/battery can therefore be stored in
any position without fear of leakage.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE BATTERY BE RECHARGED AFTER USE TO PROLONG THE BATTERY LIFE. FREQUENT CHARGING
WILL NOT HARM YOUR BATTERY, AND WILL ENSURE THAT THE BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED AND READY FOR ITS NEXT USE.
STORING BATTERY NOT FULLY CHARGED WILL SHORTEN BATTERY LIFE. REFER TO OFF-SEASON STORAGE SECTION.
For optimal performance the battery should be kept on constant charge when not in use.
The battery should be charged in its proper orientation.
The battery prefers to be charged in a cool, dry place.
The battery does not need to be fully discharged before recharging.
2 to 3 initial charging cycles may be required after purchase to achieve maximum run time capacity.
A fully charged battery can be safely stored down to -40°C (-40°F).
The battery is maintenance free.
The CM1936Z can use either the RB3610 or RB3612 battery. The RB3612 battery is for use with the SPCM1936 mower only. The battery
should not be used for any other purpose.
BATTERY RUNTIME INDICATOR- FIGURE H i
Your battery pack is equipped with an integral Battery Runtime Indicator.
When you push the "i" button H=I, the indicator will give the battery
runtime level.
At full charge, if you push the "i" button, all three LED's wilt light up
indicating maximum runtime.
If you want to check the runtime during your cutting:
1. Release bail handle to turn mower off, wait until the blade stops and
remove safety key.
2. Push the "i" button to get an indication of runtime.
All three LED's lit indicate maximum runtime available.
Two LED's lit indicate approximately one-third to two-thirds of runtime
available.
One LED lit indicates less than one-third runtime available. You may need
to charge your battery soon. Refer to Charging Procedure.
REMOVING BATTERY FROM MOWER - FIGURE !
The battery can be removed from the mower for storage/charging or left
in the mower for charging.
Prior to removing battery, place mower on level ground.
Release bail handle to turn mower off, wait for blade to stop, and remove
safety key.
To remove the battery, lift the lever I-1, and then rotate back away from
battery pack to unlatch clasp I-2. Lift battery pack out.
Prior to the installation of the battery pack, ensure that the mower is clear
of debris and the charger plug is disconnected from the battery pack.
CHARGER SAFETY RULES
1. Plug charger directly into an electrical outlet. DO NOT ABUSE THE
CORD. Never carry charger by cord. Do not disconnect the charger
from the outlet, mower or battery by pulling it by the cord.
2. /_ WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
personal injury do not attempt to use this charger with any other
product. Likewise, do not attempt to charge the battery with any other
charger.
3. Do not service mower with charger, safety key or battery pack installed.
4. Do not operate a damaged charger. Replace damaged cords or
charger immediately at an authorized Black & Decker service center.
5. Always charge the mower in a dry area protected from the weather.
Do not expose the mower, battery or charger to rain. Do not charge in
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wet locations. Do not charge battery when temperature is above 104°F (40°C) or below 41°F (5°C). Remove battery and charge indoors if
above or below these temperatures. Charge the battery in a well
ventilated location.
6. Keep the mower, battery and charger away from water, heat sources, (such as radiators, heaters, stoves, etc.) flames, or chemicals. Be
careful not to damage the charger cord, by keeping cord away from sharp edges.
7. Prior to reinstalling the battery into the mower, disconnect charger plug from battery, or damage may occur.
Z_WARNING: FiRE HAZARD
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE CHARGER FROM THE POWER SUPPLY (WALL OUTLET) BEFORE REMOVING THE CHARGER
CONNECTOR. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, WITH THE CHARGER PLUGGED IN TO THE POWER SUPPLY, THE EXPOSED
CONNECTOR CAN BE SHORTED BY FOREIGN MATERIAL AND MAY CAUSE A FIRE.
FOREIGN MATERIALS OF A CONDUCTIVE NATURE, SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, STEEL WOOL, ALUMINUM FOIL, OR ANY
BUILD=UP OF METALLIC PARTICLES, SHOULD BE KEPT FROM THE CONNECTOR. ALWAYS UNPLUG CHARGER BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN.