UNIVERSAL BATTERY CHARGER 66718 Set up and Operating Instructions Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Save this manual. Copyright© 2009 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.
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2. Electrical safety moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. a. The Power Plug for this product must match the Outlet. Never modify the Plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with this product. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear ANSI-approved eye protection.
Charger or these instructions to operate the product. Battery Chargers are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. 3. d. Maintain the Battery Charger. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the Charger’s operation. If damaged, have the Charger repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained products. e.
walls. Keep a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in the area. While charging, frequently monitor the Charger and the battery being charged. 7. Prior to using the Battery Charger, consult with the manufacturer of the battery being charged for specific charging instructions. Never overcharge a battery. 8. Do not attempt to use the Battery Charger with a leaking battery. Battery leakage may occur under extreme usage or temperature condiions. 9. Do not dispose of batteries by fire.
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs 3-Prong Plug and Outlet Outlets for 2-Prong Plug 1. 2. 3. Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric shock.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord. (See Table A.) When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. (See Table A.) If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size. (See Table A.
Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible. 5. FIGURE A PRODUCT FEATURES Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. 1. AC/DC Adapter Input Cord (1): Plugs into a 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet and the AC/DC Adapter (2). (See Figure A.) 2. AC/DC Adapter with Cord (2): Connects into Charger (3). (See Figure A.) 3. Charger (3): Designed to charge 4.8, 7.2, 9.6, 12, 14.
case, press the Reset Button one or more times to warm the battery and start the charging process. If after pressing the Reset Button up to 5 times the Red and Green L.E.D.’s continue flashing, this indicates the battery is too old or defective and should be replaced. (See Figure A.) when the Battery Charger is plugged into an electrical outlet. c. Do not allow the two Charger Magnets (5) to touch one another when the Battery Charger is plugged into an electrical outlet.
CHARGER OUTPUT MAGNETS (5) CHARGER (3) FIGURE C BATTERY BEING CHARGED (NOT INCLUDED) 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Connect the Charger Input Cord (2) to the Charger (3). (See Figure D.) Connect the AC/DC Adapter Input Cord (1) to the AC/DC Adapter (2). Then plug into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. (See Figure D.) Once all connections are made, the Green L.E.D. will turn off. The Red L.E.D. will illuminate continuously to indicate “charging” is taking place.
To prevent serious injury from accidental operation: Unplug the AC/DC Adapter (2) from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. To prevent serious injury from tool failure: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use. SKU 66718 1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Universal Battery Charger.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Battery Charger will not start. 1. AC/DC Adapter Input Cord not 1. Check that Cord is plugged in. connected to 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. 2. No power at outlet. 2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, unplug Battery Charger and check circuit breaker. If breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity for Charger and circuit has no other loads. 3. Battery is cold or has not been 3.
PARTS LIST & ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Part # Description Qty. Part # Description Qty. 1 AC/DC Adapter Input Cord 1 4 Charger Output Clips 1 set 2 AC/DC Adapter with Cord 1 5 Charger Output Magnets 1 Set 3 Charger 1 3 4 1 2 5 SKU 66718 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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