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NOTE: After charging is complete, the charger LED
will remain on with green color until the battery pack is
removed from the charger or charger is disconnected
from the power supply. 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 10°C
but less than 38°C.
4. When batteries become fully charged, unplug the
charger from the power supply and remove the battery
pack.
To remove the battery pack from the charger, depress
the battery pack latch.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
Ryobi 36 V lithium-ion batteries are designed with features
that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize battery life.
If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset and
resume operation. If the tool still does not work, the battery
needs to be recharged.
WARNING
If at any point during the charging process none of the
LEDs are lit, remove the battery pack from the charger
to avoid damaging the product. Do not insert another
battery. Return the charger and battery to your nearest
service center for service or replacement.
MAINTENANCE
There are no user serviceable parts or adjustments inside
the battery or charger. Both should be returned to an
authorised service centre for specialised attention.
WARNING
Risk of injury. Service, testing and repairs should
only be carried out by authorised service centres.
We recommend our customer service department or
authorised service centres.
CLEANING THE CHARGER
WARNING
Unplug the charger power cord from power supply
before cleaning at any time to prevent serious personal
injury.
■ Clean the charger surface (except labels) using a damp
cloth with a mild detergent.
■ Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic
housing. They can be damaged by certain aromatic
oil such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as
kerosene.
■ Moisture can cause a shock hazard. Wipe off any
moisture with a soft dry cloth.
■ Use a small brush or the air discharge of a small
vacuum cleaner brush to clean the air vents on the
charger.
■ Keep the air vents free of obstructions.
STORAGE
Store your charger in a cool dry place between 10 and 25
°C.
It is not recommend to leave it in a vehicle during hot or
cold conditions. Ensure no metal lings or swarf can fall
into the vents during storage, as this may cause serious
injury when it is next used.