RIDGID R840083 Serie Manual página 2

R840085
LEDS
CHARGE LEVEL
INDICATOR BUTTON
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to prevent
possible problems. Therefore, you should charge prior to first use.
If the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal
circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to
your nearest Authorized Service Center for electrical check.
 Charge the battery pack only with the recommended
charger.
 Connect the charger to a power supply. For a complete
list of approved power sources, refer to the operator's
manual for the charger.
 Make sure the battery pack is secured in the charger
before beginning operation.
 Press down on the battery pack to be sure contacts on
the battery pack engage properly with contacts in the
charger.
 The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch
while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a
problem.
 Do not place the charger and battery pack in an area of
extreme heat or cold. They will work best at normal room
temperature.
NOTE: The charger and battery pack should be placed in
a location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F.
 When batteries become fully charged, unplug the charger
from the power supply and remove the battery pack.
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK
When using a tool continuously, the batteries in the battery
pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack cool
down before attempting to recharge.
NOTE: This situation only occurs when continuous use of a
tool causes the batteries to become hot. It does not occur
under normal circumstances. Refer to CHARGING THE
R840083
LEDS
CHARGE LEVEL
INDICATOR BUTTON
BATTERY PACK for normal recharging of batteries. If the
charger does not charge your battery pack under normal
circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to
your nearest Authorized Service Center for electrical check.
CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK
If the battery pack is below normal temperature range it will
not charge. Allow the battery pack to warm to a temperature
of more than 32°F before attempting to recharge.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
The lithium-ion battery pack can be used in temperatures
down to -4°F. Put the battery pack on a tool and use the tool
in a light duty application. After about a minute, the pack will
have warmed up and begin operating normally.
BATTERIES
These batteries have been designed to provide maximum
trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they will
eventually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack and
attempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these batteries,
especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could result in
a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest
the following:
 Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully
Fig. 1
charged and ready for use.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
 Store the battery pack where the temperature is below
80°F and away from moisture.
 Store battery packs in a 30%-50% charged condition.
 Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR
RECYCLING
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
WARNING!
Upon removal, cover the battery pack's terminals
with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to
destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any
of its components. Lithium-ion batteries must be
recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch
both terminals with metal objects and/or body parts
as short circuit may result. Keep away from children.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in
fire and/or serious injury.
To preserve natural resources, please recycle
or dispose of batteries properly.
This product contains lithium-ion batteries.
Local, state or federal laws may prohibit
disposal of lithium-ion batteries in ordinary
trash.
One World Technologies, Inc.
P.O. Box 35, Hwy. 8
Pickens, SC 29671, USA