MAINTENANCE
■ Wipe off the housing and the plastic components using a damp, soft cloth. Do not use strong
solvents or detergents on the plastic housing or plastic components. Certain household cleaners
may cause damage, and may cause a shock hazard.
BATTERY PACK
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Store the battery pack fully charged.
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Recharge the battery pack whenever there is less power. Do not allow the battery pack to become
completely discharged.
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Do not recharge a battery pack that is already fully charged. Overcharging shortens battery life.
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Once the battery is fully charged, remove the battery from the charger and disconnect charger
from the outlet.
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Do not store the battery pack on the tool or in the charger.
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Recharge the battery at a temperature of between 45 and 104 ˚F (7 - 40 ˚C). If the battery pack
is hot, allow it to cool down before recharging.
CHARGER MAINTENANCE
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Keep the charger clean and clear of debris. Do not allow foreign material to get into the recessed
cavity or onto the contacts. Wipe the charger clean with a dry cloth. Do not use solvents or water,
and do not place the charger in wet conditions.
■ Unplug the charger when there is no battery pack in it.
■ Fully charge the batteries before placing them in storage. Do not recharge a fully charged battery pack.
■ Overcharging will shorten battery life.
■ Recharge the battery pack whenever there is less power. Do not allow the batteries to become
completely discharged.
■ Store the charger at normal room temperature. Do not store it in excessive heat. Do not use the
charger in direct sunlight. Recharge at room temperature between 45 and 104 ˚F (7 - 40 ˚C).
If the battery pack is hot, allow it to cool down before recharging.
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