BATTERY
• Do not allow the battery pack or charger to overheat. If they are warm, allow them to cool
down. Recharge only at room temperature. When charging, make sure temperature is
between 6-40°C (43-104°F), -14-45°C (6.8-113°F) for discharge.
• Keep the ventilation slots of the charger clear.
• Do not allow small metal items or material such as steel wool, aluminum foil, or other
foreign particles into the charger cavity.
• Unplug the charger before cleaning and when there is no battery pack in the cavity.
• Do not place the battery pack in the sun or in a warm environment. Keep at normal room
temperature.
• Do not try to connect two chargers together.
• The battery pack cells may develop a small leak under extreme usage or temperature
conditions.
• If the battery will not be used for 3 months or more, please store the battery in a room
temperature environment. Please fully charge before storage.
• If the outer seal is broken and the leakage gets on your skin:
• Use soap and water to wash immediately.
• Neutralize with lemon juice, vinegar, or other mild acid.
• If leakage gets in your eyes, follow instructions above and seek medical attention.
• When using in direct sunshine, keep out of water and don't expose to rain.
• Store indoors, and do not expose to rain or water, avoid direct sunshine.
W A R N I N G
To avoid risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution:
• Do not use a damp cloth or detergent on the battery or battery charger.
• Always remove the battery pack before cleaning, inspecting, or performing any maintenance
on the tool.
CHECKING BATTERY CAPACITY
Note: The battery is not shipped fully charged. It is recommended to fully charge before
first use to ensure that maximum run time can be achieved. This lithium-ion battery will not
develop a memory and may be charged at any time. A fully discharged battery pack will
require approximately 36 minutes to fully charge from a discharged state.
Press the battery capacity indicator (BCI) button. The lights will illuminate according to the
batteries current power level. See chart below:
BATTERY CAPACITY
INDICATOR (BCI) BUTTON
Lights
3 Green Lights
2 Green Lights
1 Green Light
Lights go out
Capacity
The battery is more than 75% capacity
The battery is between 35% and 75% capacity
The battery is less than 35% capacity
The battery requires charging immediately
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LIGHT METER