Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only designated
PORTER-CABLE batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury
CAUTION:
and damage.
Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power
supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a conductive
CAUTION:
nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic
particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the
power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before
attempting to clean.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than the
WARNING:
ones in this manual. The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging designated
together.
PORTER-CABLE rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of fire,
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
electric shock or electrocution.
• Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. This will reduce risk of
• Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or
damage to electric plug and cord.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of improper
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge)
extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution.
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. When using more than one
extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at
• Do not place any object on top of charger or place the charger on a soft surface
least the minimum wire size.
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
• Do not mount charger on wall or permanently affix charger to any surface. The
through slots in the top and the bottom of the housing.
• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — have them replaced
charger is intended to use on a flat, stable surface (i.e., table top, bench top).
• Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
immediately.
• Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized service center when service or
otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an authorized service center.
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock,
• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any cleaning. This will
electrocution or fire.
• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together.
reduce the risk of electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk.
• The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power (120
Volts). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION FOR BATTERY PACKS
WARNING:
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack
with tool before using the charger.
and charger, read the safety instructions below. Then follow charging procedures
outlined.
• 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 battery packs are burned.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For safe operation, read this manual and manuals originally supplied
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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