NUTOOL nupower EVOLUTION NPEK12 - Charging the Battery

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isnotlessthan30to45minutes.
When charging a battery that has been discharged during
heavyuseallowthebatterytocooldownbeforecharging.Itis
recommendedthatthecoolingdownperiodisnotlessthan30
to45minutes.
NiCad charging & chargers
NiCad batteries need to be recharged with a reasonable amount
ofcare,largelybecausetheycanbedamagedbyovercharging.
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
pressureisextremelyhightheycanevenexplode.
This situation can also arise when an overcharged battery is
fittedtotheproductandisbeingused.
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
batteriescouldcausefailureofoneormoreofthecells.
Self discharge
A NiCad battery can self discharge and lose its stored charge due
tointernalchemicalaction.Typicallyitcanloseapproximately
10%ofitschargeinthefirst24hoursafterfullycharging,and
thenlosesitbyafurther10%permonth.
Battery Charging Indoors
This charger is designed to be used indoors. We do not
recommendthatitisusedinsideyourhome.Ideallybatteries
shouldbechargedonabenchinaworkshop,garageorshed.
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
arenotblocked.Neverexceedthechargingtimeexceptwhen
“Conditioning” a new battery, as this could damage the battery
andcharger.
Battery disposal
When the battery fails to charge or maintain its charge, its
usablelifeisexhausted.Topreservenaturalresources,please
recycle or dispose of the battery pack properly. This battery
packcontainsnickel-cadmiumcells.Beforedisposalensurethat
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
afire.Donotattempttoopenorremoveanyofthecomponents.
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
availablerecyclingand/ordisposaloptions.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Re-chargeable batteries.
Batteries may leak or explode if not charged or handled
correctly. Always observe the following precautions when
handlingbatteries.
Ensure that the machine is switched off before removing or
fittingbatteries.
Donotusethisbatterywithanyotherproduct.
Donotattempttofitthebatterythewrongwayround.
Donotshortout,orattempttodismantlethebattery.
Donotexposethebatterytoflamesorexcessiveheat.
Donotimmerseinorexposethebatterytowater.
Do not store or transport the battery with loose metal objects
suchdrillanddriverbits.
Batteries are prone to leakage when discharged. To avoid
damagetotheproduct,removeorre-chargethebatterywhen
nochargeremains.
Storethebatteryinacoolplacewhennotinuse.
After prolonged use the battery may become hot. Before
removing the battery, switch the machine off and allow the
batterytocooldown.
Do not use the battery if you notice any discoloration or distortion
ofthebatterycasing.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
Note: During charging the battery will become warm as it is
beingcharged.
The battery supplied with this power tool contains a test charge
onlyandmustbefullychargedbeforeuse.
First read the safety instructions then follow the charging
instructions.
1. Connect the charger transformer lead into the charger
base.
2. Plugthechargerintoastandard230V~50Hzmainssocket
outlet.
3. Donotallowthecabletobecomeknottedorkinked.
4. Thischargerandbatterypackarespecificallydesignedto
worktogether.DONOTattempttochargeanyotherbrand
ofcordlesstoolorbatterypackwiththischarger.
5. Notethebatteryhasakeywaywhichallowsittofitintothe
chargeronlyoneway.
6. Placethebatterypackintothechargerbase.
7. Timethechargefor3(5-7)hoursonly.
8. Unplugthechargerwhennotinuseandstoreitinasuitable
storagecabinet.
9. Avoid charging your battery in freezing conditions as
chargingpowerwillnotbesufficient.
10.Whenchargingmorethanonebatterypackinsuccession
allowatleast30minutesforthechargertocooldownbefore
chargingtheadditionalbattery.
Always remove the battery pack and store it safely when the
cordlessdrillisnotinuse.
ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES
Additional or replacement batteries specifically designed to
work with this drill and charger are available from your service
centre.