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• DO NOT use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of improper
extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• 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 electric shock.
• 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 table below 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 the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts
Ampere Rating
120 V 25' (7.6 m) 50' (15.2 m) 100' (30.5 m) 150' (45.7 m)
(Amps)
240 V
50' (15.2) 100' (30.5) 200' (61.0) 300' (91.4)
More
Not More
Than
Than
0
6
6
10
10
12
12
16
• 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 the housing.
• DO NOT operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug.
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Total Length of Cord
AWG
18
16
16
18
16
14
16
16
14
Not Recommended
14
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• DO NOT operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or
otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an authorized service center.
• DO NOT disassemble the charger; take it to an authorized service center when service
or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock,
electrocution or fire.
• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any cleaning. This will
reduce the risk of electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk.
• NEVER attempt to connect two chargers together.
• The charger is designed to operate on standard 120 volt household electrical power.
Do not attempt to use any other voltage. (This does not apply to vehicular chargers.)
5) Power Tool Use and Care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the
power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
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unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
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Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
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