• When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Recommended Minimum Wire Size for Extension Cords
Total Length of Cord
25 ft.
50 ft.
7.6 m
15.2 m
Wire Size AWG
18
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Figure A
1. Trigger Switch
2. Forward/Reverse Button
3. Torque Adjust Collar
4. Dual Range Gearing Selector
5. Keyless Chuck
6. Bit Holder
7. Battery
8. Battery Release Button
9. LED Work Light
This product can accept any of the batteries and chargers listed in the chart below.
Li-Ion Battery Packs and Chargers
Description
Battery:
Li-Ion 18V
Charger: Li-Ion
Important Safety Instructions for Battery Chargers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety instructions for
battery chargers.
• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on charger, battery
pack, and product using battery pack.
WARNING:
Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger.
CAUTION:
Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only designated
PORTER-CABLE batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury
and damage.
CAUTION:
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 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.
75 ft.
22.9 m
18
16
Cat. #
PC18BL
PC18BLX
PC18BLEX
PCLMVC
PCXMVC
100 ft.
125 ft.
30.5 m
38.1 m
16
14
A
5
8
NI-CD Battery Packs and Chargers
Description
Battery: NI-CD 18V
Charger: NI-CD
5
150 ft.
175 ft.
45.7 m
53.3 m
14
4
3
9
2
1
6
7
Cat. #
PCMVC
PCXMVC
12
PC18B