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• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO NOT modify the battery pack in any
way to fit into a non-compatible charger as battery pack may rupture causing serious
personal injury. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of batteries
andchargers.
• Charge the battery packs only in designated
DEWALT
chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer). For
best life store battery packs in a cool, drylocation.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with the trigger switch locked on. Never
tape the trigger switch in the ONposition.
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when lithium
ion battery packs areburned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash area with mild
soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15 minutes
or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a
mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If
symptoms persist, seek medicalattention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark orflame.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the
battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into the charger. Do not crush, drop
or damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with
a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to the service center
forrecycling.
Transportation
WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry the battery pack so that metal objects
can contact exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place the battery pack in
aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently
come in contact with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the
like. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) actually
prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes in carry-on baggage UNLESS
they are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual battery
packs, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials
that could contact them and cause a shortcircuit.
Shipping the
DEWALT
FLEXVOLT™ Battery
The D
E
WALT FLEXVOLT™ battery has two modes: Use and Shipping.
Use Mode: When the FLEXVOLT™ battery stands alone or is in a D
E
WALT 20V Max* product, it
will operate as a 20V Max* battery. When the FLEXVOLT™ battery is in a 60V Max* or a 120V Max*
(two 60V Max* batteries) product, it will operate as a 60V Max* battery.
Shipping Mode: When the cap is attached to the FLEXVOLT™
battery, the battery is in Shipping Mode. Strings of cells are
electrically disconnected within the pack resulting in three
batteries with a lower watt hour (Wh) rating as compared to one
battery with a higher Watt hour rating. This increased quantity
of three batteries with the lower watt hour rating can exempt the pack from certain shipping
regulations that are imposed upon the higher Watt hourbatteries.
The battery label indicates two Watt Hour Ratings (see example). Depending on how the battery
is shipped, the appropriate Whr rating must be used to determine the applicable shipping
requirements. If utilizing the shipping cap, the pack will be considered 3 batteries at the Whr
indicated for “Shipping”. If shipping without the cap or in a tool, the pack will be considered one
battery at the Watt hour rating indicated next to “Use”.
USE: 120 Wh Shipping: 3 x 40 Wh
example of Use and Shipping label marking
Transport Wh rating indicates 3 x 40 Wh, meaning 3 batteries of 40 Watt hours each. The Use Wh
rating indicates 120 Watt hour (1 battery implied).
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some
DEWALT
battery packs include a fuel gauge which consists of three green LED lights that
indicate the level of charge remaining in the batterypack.
The fuel gauge is an indication of approximate levels of charge remaining in the battery pack
according to the followingindicators:
75–100% charged
51–74% charged
< 50% charged
Pack needs to be charged
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge button (26). A combination of the three
green LED lights will illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level of charge in
the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge will not illuminate and the battery will need
to berecharged.
Fig. B
26
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on the battery pack. It does not
indicate tool functionality and is subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-userapplication.
For more information regarding fuel gauge battery packs, please contact call 1-800-4-
DEWALT
(1-800-433-9258) or visit our website www.dewalt.com.
The RBRC® Seal
The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel
cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ionbatteries (or battery packs)
indicates that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery packs) at the end
of their useful life have already been paid by
DEWALT
. In some areas, it is illegal
to place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries
in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the Call2Recycle® program provides an
environmentally consciousalternative.
Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with
DEWALT
and other battery users, has established the
program in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel cadmium,
nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural
resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries to
an authorized
DEWALT
service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact
your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery. RBRC® is a
registered trademark of Call 2 Recycle,Inc.
RBRC™ is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery RecyclingCorporation.
Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Chargers
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions for the battery pack,
charger and power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than the ones in
this manual. The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to worktogether.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging
DEWALT
rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.
• Do not expose the charger to rain orsnow.
• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the
risk of damage to the electric plug andcord.
• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or
otherwise subjected to damage orstress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension
cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.
• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide a dry location and use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the
risk of electricshock.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for
safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is,
16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension to make up
the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. The
following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet
(meters)
120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
Ampere Rating
American Wire Gauge
More
Than
Not
More
Than
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
• Do not place any object on top of the charger or place the charger on a soft surface that
might block the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal heat. Place the charger in
a position away from any heat source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top and the
bottom of thehousing.
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