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•  Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, 
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it 
to an authorised servicecentre.
•  Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorised 
service centre when service or repair is required. Incorrect 
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock, electrocution 
orfire.
•  In case of damaged power supply cord the supply cord must 
be replaced immediately by the manufacturer, its service agent 
or similar qualified person to prevent anyhazard.
•  Disconnect the charger from the outlet before 
attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of 
electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce 
thisrisk.
•  NEVER attempt to connect two chargerstogether.
•  The charger is designed to operate on standard 
230V household electrical power. Do not attempt to 
use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the 
vehicularcharger.
Charging a Battery (Fig. B)
1.  Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting 
batterypack.
2.  Insert the battery pack
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 into the charger, making sure the 
battery pack is fully seated in the charger. The red (charging) 
light will blink repeatedly indicating that the charging 
process hasstarted.
3.  The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light 
remaining ON continuously. The battery pack is fully charged 
and may be used at this time or left in the charger. To 
remove the battery pack from the charger, push the battery 
release button
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 on the batterypack.
NOTE: To ensure maximum performance and life of lithium-ion 
battery packs, charge the battery pack fully before firstuse.
Charger Operation
Refer to the indicators below for the charge status of the 
batterypack.
Charge Indicators
Charging
Fully Charged
Hot/Cold Pack Delay*
* The red light will continue to blink, but a yellow indicator light 
will be illuminated during this operation. Once the battery pack 
has reached an appropriate temperature, the yellow light will 
turn off and the charger will resume the chargingprocedure.
The compatible charger(s) will not charge a faulty battery pack. 
The charger will indicate faulty battery by refusing tolight.
NOTE: This could also mean a problem with acharger.
If the charger indicates a problem, take the charger and battery 
pack to be tested at an authorised servicecentre.
Hot/Cold Pack Delay
When the charger detects a battery pack that is too hot or too 
cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay, suspending 
charging until the battery pack has reached an appropriate 
temperature. The charger then automatically switches to the 
pack charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery 
packlife.
A cold battery pack will charge at a slower rate than a warm 
battery pack. The battery pack will charge at that slower rate 
throughout the entire charging cycle and will not return to 
maximum charge rate even if the battery packwarms.
The DCB118 charger is equipped with an internal fan designed 
to cool the battery pack. The fan will turn on automatically when 
the battery pack needs to be cooled. Never operate the charger 
if the fan does not operate properly or if ventilation slots are 
blocked. Do not permit foreign objects to enter the interior of 
thecharger.
Electronic Protection System
XR Li-Ion tools are designed with an Electronic Protection 
System that will protect the battery pack against overloading, 
overheating or deepdischarge.
The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic Protection 
System engages. If this occurs, place the lithium-ion battery 
pack on the charger until it is fullycharged.
Wall Mounting
These chargers are designed to be wall mountable or to sit 
upright on a table or work surface. If wall mounting, locate the 
charger within reach of an electrical outlet, and away from a 
corner or other obstructions which may impede air flow. Use 
the back of the charger as a template for the location of the 
mounting screws on the wall. Mount the charger securely using 
drywall screws (purchased separately) at least 25.4mm long 
with a screw head diameter of 7–9mm, screwed into wood to 
an optimal depth leaving approximately 5.5mm of the screw 
exposed. Align the slots on the back of the charger with the 
exposed screws and fully engage them in theslots.
Charger Cleaning Instructions
 
WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger 
from the AC outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease 
may be removed from the exterior of the charger using a 
cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not use water or any 
cleaning solutions. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; 
never immerse any part of the tool into aliquid.
Battery Packs
Important Safety Instructions for All 
Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include 
catalogue number andvoltage.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before 
using the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions 
below. Then follow charging proceduresoutlined.
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