Operating Instructions - Skil PWRCORE 12 SC536501 Guide D'utilisation

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
allow a fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain
industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc, can cause a short circuit.
How to Charge the Battery Pack
NOTICE: The battery pack is shipped partially
charged.
Before using it the first time, fully charge the
battery pack.
In the required operating temperatures, the
charger will fully charge a fully-depleted 2.0
Ah battery in about one hour.
a. Charge the battery pack with the correct
charger.
b. Connect the charger to a power supply.
The red Defect Indicator and green Normal
Charging Indicator will both come on for one
second and then turn off, indicating that the
charger self-inspection is completed.
c. Align the raised ribs of the battery pack with
the slot in the charger.
d. Insert the battery pack into the charger (Fig. 2).
e. The charger will communicate with the battery pack to evaluate the condition of the battery
pack.
f. If the temperature of the battery pack is within the normal charging temperature range, the
charger will automatically start charging the battery pack and the green indicator will flash
during charging.
g. After charging is complete, the green indicator will remain green.
h. A flickering red defect indicator indicates a defective battery or a bad connection between
the battery and the charger.
i. A solid red defect indicator indicates that the battery is not within the required temperature
range. Remove the battery pack from the charger. If the battery is too hot, cool the battery
under air flow. If the battery is too cold, place it indoors until it reaches room temperature.
j. It is not recommended that the battery pack remain on the charger for more than 24 hours.
NOTICE: If the battery pack cannot accept a charge, the contacts of the charger or battery
pack may be contaminated. Clean the contacts of the charger or battery pack (e. g., by
inserting and removing the battery several times or cleaning with a cotton swab and alcohol)
or replace the battery pack, as required.
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To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to
a short circuit, never immerse your charger or battery pack in fluid or
Fig. 2
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