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GENERAL OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS
1.
Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
2.
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't expose power
tools and charger to rain. Don't use power tools
and charger in damp or wet locations. And keep
work area well lit.
Never use power tools and charger near flammable
or explosive materials.
Do not use tool and charger in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
3.
Keep children away. All visitors should be kept
safe distance from work area.
4.
Store idle tools and charger. When not in use,
tools and charger should be stored in dry, high
or locked-up place — out of reach or children.
Store tools and charger in a place in which the
temperature is less than 40°C.
5.
Don't abuse cord. Never carry charger by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
6.
When the charger is not in use or when being
maintained and inspected, disconnect the power
cord of the charger from the AC outlet.
7.
To avoid danger, always use only the specified
charger.
8.
Use only genuine HITACHI replacement parts.
9.
Do not use power tools and charge for applications
other than those specified in the Handling
Instructions.
10.
To avoid personal injury, use only the accessories
or attachment recommended in these handling
instructions or in the HITACHI catalog.
11.
If the supply cord of this charger is damaged, the
charger must be returned to the HITACHI authorized
service center for the cord to be replaced.
Let only the authorized service center do the
repairing. The Manufacture will not be responsible
for any damages or injuries caused by repair by
the unauthorized persons or by mishandling of the
tool.
12.
To ensure the designed operational integrity of
power tools and charger, do not remove installed
covers or screws.
13.
Always use the charger at the voltage specified
on the nameplate.
14.
Always charge the battery before use.
15.
Never use a battery other than that specified. Do
not connect a usual dry cell, a rechargeable battery
other than that specified or a car battery to the
power tool.
SPECIFICATIONS
CHARGER
Model
Charging time (at 20°C)
Charging voltage
Weight
APPLICATION
For charging the HITACHI BATTERIES.
EB12 (1200 mAh, 3 terminals)
EB12G (1700 mAh, 4 terminals)
EB12B (2000 mAh, 4 terminals)
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PRECAUTIONS FOR CHARGER
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US12SC
EB12 .................. Approx. 60 minutes
EB12G ............... Approx. 90 minutes
EB12B ............... Approx. 105 minutes
12 V
1.4 kg
Do not use a transformer containing a booster.
Do not charge the battery from an engine electric
generator or DC power supply.
Always charge indoors. Because the charger and
battery heat slightly during charging, charge the
battery in a place not exposed to direct sunlight;
where the humidity is low and the ventilation
good.
Use the exploded assembly drawing on this
handling instructions only for authorized servicing.
Always charge the battery at a temperature of 10–
40°C. A temperature of less than 10°C will result
in over charging which is dangerous. The battery
cannot be charged at a temperature greater than
40°C.
The most suitable temperature for charging is that
of 20–25°C.
Do not use the charger continuously.
When one charging is completed, leave the charger
for about 15 minutes before the next charging of
battery.
Do not allow foreign matter to enter the hole for
connecting the rechargeable battery.
Never disassemble the rechargeable battery or
charger.
Never short-circuit the rechargeable battery.
Short-circuiting the battery will cause a great
electric current and overheat. It results in burn or
damage to the battery.
Do not dispose of the battery in fire.
If the battery is burnt, it may explode.
Using an exhausted battery will damage the
charger.
Bring the battery to the shop from which it was
purchased as soon as the post-charging battery
life becomes too short for practical use. Do not
dispose of the exhausted battery.
Do not insert objects into the air ventilation slots
of the charger.
Inserting metal objects or flammable into the
charger air ventilation slots will result in an
electrical shock hazard or damage to the charger.
Do not charge HITACHI 7.2 V and 9.6 V rechargeable
batteries.
Never use 7.2 V and 9.6 V rechargeable batteries
because the charger will be damaged if they are
charged.