DeWalt DC212 Original Instructions Manual Download

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NOTE:

To ensure maximum performance and life of

NiCd, NiMH and Li-Ion batteries, charge the battery
for a minimum of 10 hours before first use.

Charging Process

Refer the table below for the state of charge of the
battery pack.

State of charge

charging

– – – – – –

fully

charged

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hot/cold pack delay

––– – ––– –

replace battery pack

•••••••••••

problem

•• •• •• ••

Automatic Refresh

The automatic refresh mode will equalise or balance
the individual cells in the battery pack at its peak
capacity. Battery packs should be refreshed weekly
or whenever the pack no longer delivers the same
amount of work.

To refresh your battery pack, place the battery in the
charger as usual. Leave the battery pack for at least
10 hours in the charger.

Hot/Cold Pack Delay

When the charger detects a battery that is too hot
or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack
Delay, suspending charging until the battery has
reached an appropriate temperature. The charger
then automatically switches to the pack charging
mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life.

LI-ION BATTERY PACKS ONLY

Li-Ion batteries are designed with an Electronic
Protection System that will protect the battery
against overloading, overheating or deep discharge.

The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic
Protection System engages. If this occurs, place the
Li-Ion battery on the charger until it is fully charged.

Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs

When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure
to include catalog number and voltage.

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the
carton. Before using the battery pack and charger,
read the safety instructions below. Then follow
charging procedures outlined.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not charge or use battery in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of

flammable liquids, gases or dust.

Inserting

or removing the battery from the charger may
ignite the dust or fumes.

• Charge the battery packs only in D

WALT

chargers.

• DO NOT

splash or immerse in water or other

liquids.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery

pack in locations where the temperature
may reach or exceed 40˚ C (such as outside
sheds or metal buildings in summer).

DANGER:

Never attempt to open the

battery pack for any reason. If battery
pack case is cracked or damaged,
do not insert into charger. Do not
crush, drop or damage battery pack.
Do not use a battery pack or charger
that has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, run over or damaged in any
way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a
hammer, stepped on). Electric shock
or electrocution may result. Damaged
battery packs should be returned to
service center for recycling.

CAUTION: When not in use, place
tool on its side on a stable surface
where it will not cause a tripping or
falling hazard.

Some tools with large

battery packs will stand upright on the
battery pack but may be easily knocked
over.

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR NICKEL CADMIUM
(NiCd) OR NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE (NiMH)

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it

is severely damaged or is completely worn
out.

The battery pack can explode in a fire.

• A small leakage of liquid from the battery

pack cells may occur under extreme usage
or temperature conditions

This does not

indicate a failure.

However, if the outer seal is broken: