15
GB
isnotlessthan30to45minutes.
When charging a battery that has been discharged during
heavyuseallowthebatterytocooldownbeforecharging.Itis
recommendedthatthecoolingdownperiodisnotlessthan30
to45minutes.
NiCad batteries need to be recharged with a reasonable amount
ofcare,largelybecausetheycanbedamagedbyovercharging.
Overcharging can result in the battery temperature and internal
pressure to rise rapidly. This can cause the cells to distort
and lose electrolyte, and in extreme cases where the internal
pressureisextremelyhightheycanevenexplode.
This situation can also arise when an overcharged battery is
fittedtotheproductandisbeingused.
In order to avoid this extreme situation it is of vital importance
that NiCad batteries are fully discharged before charging and
that the charge time is not exceeded except when “Conditioning”
a new battery. Repeated charging of partially discharged
batteriescouldcausefailureofoneormoreofthecells.
ANiCadbatterycanselfdischargeandloseitsstoredchargedue
tointernalchemicalaction.Typicallyitcanloseapproximately
10%ofitschargeinthefirst24hoursafterfullycharging,and
thenlosesitbyafurther10%permonth.
This charger is designed to be used indoors. We do not
recommendthatitisusedinsideyourhome.Ideallybatteries
shouldbechargedonabenchinaworkshop,garageorshed.
If the charging operation is to be carried out in your home the
area must be well ventilated and the charger must be placed
on a non combustible surface ensuring that the ventilation slots
arenotblocked.Neverexceedthechargingtimeexceptwhen
“Conditioning” a new battery, as this could damage the battery
andcharger.
When the battery fails to charge or maintain its charge, its
usablelifeisexhausted.Topreservenaturalresources,please
recycle or dispose of the battery pack properly. This battery
packcontainsnickel-cadmiumcells.Beforedisposalensurethat
the battery pack is fully discharged by operating your cordless
product then remove the battery pack from the drill housing and
cover the battery pack connections with heavy duty tape, to
prevent short circuit and energy discharge which could result in
afire.Donotattempttoopenorremoveanyofthecomponents.
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
availablerecyclingand/ordisposaloptions.
Batteries may leak or explode if not charged or handled
correctly. Always observe the following precautions when
handlingbatteries.
Ensure that the machine is switched off before removing or
fittingbatteries.
Donotusethisbatterywithanyotherproduct.
Donotattempttofitthebatterythewrongwayround.
Donotshortout,orattempttodismantlethebattery.
Donotexposethebatterytoflamesorexcessiveheat.
Donotimmerseinorexposethebatterytowater.
Do not store or transport the battery with loose metal objects
suchdrillanddriverbits.
Batteries are prone to leakage when discharged. To avoid
damagetotheproduct,removeorre-chargethebatterywhen
nochargeremains.
Storethebatteryinacoolplacewhennotinuse.
After prolonged use the battery may become hot. Before
removing the battery, switch the machine off and allow the
batterytocooldown.
Do not use the battery if you notice any discoloration or distortion
ofthebatterycasing.
During charging the battery will become warm as it is
beingcharged.
The battery supplied with this power tool contains a test charge
onlyandmustbefullychargedbeforeuse.
First read the safety instructions then follow the charging
instructions.
1. Connect the charger transformer lead into the charger
base.
2. Plugthechargerintoastandard230V~50Hzmainssocket
outlet.
3. Donotallowthecabletobecomeknottedorkinked.
4. Thischargerandbatterypackarespecificallydesignedto
worktogether.DONOTattempttochargeanyotherbrand
ofcordlesstoolorbatterypackwiththischarger.
5. Notethebatteryhasakeywaywhichallowsittofitintothe
chargeronlyoneway.
6. Placethebatterypackintothechargerbase.
7. Timethechargefor3(5-7)hoursonly.
8. Unplugthechargerwhennotinuseandstoreitinasuitable
storagecabinet.
9. Avoid charging your battery in freezing conditions as
chargingpowerwillnotbesufficient.
10.Whenchargingmorethanonebatterypackinsuccession
allowatleast30minutesforthechargertocooldownbefore
chargingtheadditionalbattery.
Alwaysremovethebatterypackandstoreit safelywhenthe
cordlessdrillisnotinuse.
Additional or replacement batteries specifically designed to
work with this drill and charger are available from your service
centre.