Max JC914 Operating instructions

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could re-
sult in death or serious injury.
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sult in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE: Emphasizes essential information.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY CHARGER
JC914,JC925
LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK
JPL91430A, JPL92530A
ENGLISH
BEFORE USING THIS TOOL, STUDY THIS MANUAL TO ENSURE SAFETY
WARNING AND INSTRUCTIONS.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE TOOL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING
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1. IMPORTANT
SAFETY IN-
STRUCTIONS
• SAVE THESE IN-
STRUCTIONS
1. This manual contains im-
portant safety and operating
instructions for battery char-
ger model JC914,JC925.
2.Before using battery char-
ger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings on
battery charger, battery,
and product using battery.
3. To reduce risk of injury, charge
only MAX JPL9***** rechar-
geable batteries. Other types
of batteries may burst causing
personal injury and damage.
• Do not use fire or smoke near the battery pack.
•Do not charge the battery pack in poorly
ventilated places.
•Never charge a frozen battery.
•The appliance is not to be used by children
or persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been giv-
en supervision or instruction.
• To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these
instructions and those marked on the battery.
1. CONSIGNES
DE SÉCURITÉ
IMPORTANTES
• CONSERVER
CES CONSIGNES
1. Ce manuel contient des consi-
gnes de sécurité et de fonc-
tionnement importantes
concernant le chargeur de bat-
terie, modèle JC914,JC925.
2. Avant d'utiliser le chargeur
de batterie, lire toutes les
consignes et tous les avertis-
sement marqués sur le char-
geur de batterie, la batterie et
l'appareil utilisant la batterie.
3. Pour réduire le risque de bles-
sures, charger uniquement
des batteries rechargeables
MAX JPL9*****. D'autres ty-
pes de batteries peuvent ex-
ploser et entraîner des
blessures et des dommages.
•Ne pas utiliser de feu ou de fumée à proxim-
ité du bloc-batterie.
•Ne pas charger le bloc-batterie dans des
endroits mal ventilés.
•Ne jamais charger une batterie gelée.
• Pour réduire le risque d'explosion, lire ces in-
structions et celles qui figurent sur la batterie.
BATTERY AND, CHARGER SAFETY WARNINGS
•DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERY
PACKS/BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR
WATER. Battery packs/batteries should
be collected, recycled or disposed of in
an environmental-friendly manner.
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• PROTECT THE BATTERY AGAINST
HEAT, ALSO AGAINST CONTINUOUS
SUN IRRADIATION AND FIRE.
There is
danger of explosion.
• CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK IN A
TEMPERATURE RANGE 5°C(41°F)
TO 40°C(104°F)
1. Use a specified battery charger.
• Do not use an unspecified charger to
charge the battery pack.
Charging is not possible with an un-
specified charger and using such a
charger may damage the battery pack,
potentially leading to a fire or abnormal
heating of the battery pack.
2. Battery charging precautions
• The power supply used for this charger
must have the indicated rating. Do not
use transformers such as a booster, DC
power supply or engine generator for
this charger. Using such power supplies
can damage the charger or cause it to
catch fire due to abnormal heat.
• Be sure to charge the battery pack in a well
ventilated location. Do not cover the battery
pack or charger with a cloth or similar object
while it is charging. Doing so may cause the
battery pack or charger to burst or catch fire.
• When the charger is not being used, dis-
connect the power plug from the outlet. Oth-
erwise, an electric shock or fire may result.
• Do not allow foreign substances to enter
the charger's ventilating hole or battery
pack installation port. Otherwise, an elec-
tric shock or equipment failure may result.
3. Do not short-circuit the battery pack
terminals
• Short-circuiting the battery - objects such
as nails, or exposing it to rain or water can
potentially lead it to start fuming, catch fire
or cause the battery pack to burst.
4. Prevent electric shocks
• Do not touch the charger's power plug
with wet hands. Doing so may result in
an electric shock.
5. Pay attention to the ambient environ-
ment of the work site
• This charger is for indoor use. Do not use
the charger or the battery pack in the rain
or in a damp or wet location. Doing so
may result in an electric shock or cause
the devices to begin emitting fumes.
• Your work site must be sufficiently lit.
• Do not use the charger or battery pack
in a location where flammable liquids or
gases are used or stored. Doing so may
result in an explosion or fire.
6. Do not incinerate the battery pack
• It can explode in a fire and /or leak a tox-
ic substance.
7. Do not charge in a location where lac-
quer, paint, benzene, thinner, flammable
gases or adhesives are stored or used
• Otherwise, an explosion or fire may result.
8. Do not:
• Charge the battery pack on flammable
materials such as a cardboard box,
cushions, vinyl, etc.
• Place the battery within 5 cm from walls
when charging.
• Clog the charger's ventilation hole (ven-
tilation window), if provided, during
charging. Insert metals or flammable
objects into the ventilation hole.
• Charge the battery pack in a location
containing lint or other similar objects.
9. Take the following actions if battery
pack electrolyte leaks. Do not touch it
with your bare hands
• You may lose your eyesight if electrolyte
splashes into your eyes. Do not rub your
eyes. Rinse your eyes with running water
and seek medical attention immediately.
• Electrolyte on your body or clothing can
cause inflammation of the skin and oth-
er injuries. Rinse it off with a sufficient
quantity of water and then seek medical
attention immediately.
• Stop using a battery pack if a leakage
occurs and keep it away from fire. Con-
sult your dealer immediately.
10. Do not use a battery pack when its
service life is finished.
• This will cause functional trouble in the
tool’s main body. Also charging a battery
pack that is out of service life will lead to
functional trouble in the battery charger.
11. Never use a charger or battery pack if
an abnormality is detected on it
• Stop using a charger or battery pack immedi-
ately if an abnormality is detected on it. If an
abnormality is detected, return it to your deal-
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er for inspection or repair. Using the charger
or battery pack as is can cause fumes to be
emitted, the battery pack to burst, or fire.
12. A charging terminal is provided in the
battery pack entry point on the charg-
er. Prevent foreign substances such as
metal objects and water from entering
the terminal.
13. Do not use the charger for any purpose
other than charging
14. Keep the pack cap on the battery pack
whenever it is not being used
15. Always keep your work site clean.
16. Do not allow children to enter the work site.
• Do not allow anyone other than authorized
workers to touch the charger or its power cord.
• Do not allow anyone to enter the work
site except authorized workers.
Not observing the above rule may result
in unauthorized workers sustaining per-
sonal injuries.
17. Store the charger and battery pack
properly when they are not being used.
• Store them in a dry, safe and lockable
location that is not able to be reached by
children.
• Do not store the charger and battery
pack in a location where the surround-
ing temperature can reach 40°C (112°F)
or above (in a metal box or car in the
summertime, for instance).
Doing so will cause the battery pack to
deteriorate, potentially resulting in
fumes being emitting or fire.
18. Carefully maintain the charger.
• Check the charger's power cord for any
faults on a regular basis. If it is dam-
aged, contact your dealer for repairs.
• Check the extension cord, if used, on a
regular basis and if any faults are dis-
covered, replace it with a new one.
19. Do not handle the charger's power
cord roughly.
• Do not hold or carry the charger by its
power cord or pull the cord to discon-
nect the charger from the outlet.
• Do not expose the power cord to high
temperatures, oil or sharp corners.
• Select a location to use for charging so
that the power cord will be protected
from being walked on, dragged or dam-
aged by excessive force.
• Not observing the above rules may re-
sult in an electric shock or a fire due to
short circuiting.
20. Check parts for damage.
• Do not use a charger when it has been in-
advertently dropped and damaged, or when
its power plug or cord has been damaged.
21. If necessary, contact the MAX CO.,
LTD. authorized distributors or other
specialists.
• Disassembling, repair and retrofitting of
the charging tool, charger or battery
pack are only permitted to be carried out
by servicemen. No other personnel
should attempt the above.
• If abnormal heat levels or any other abnor-
malities are detected on the charger or the
battery pack, have it inspected or repaired.
• This product is manufactured to the ap-
plicable safety standard and no retrofit-
ting is permitted.
• Be sure to use only genuine parts for the
repair, maintenance or adjustment.
• Be sure to employ your dealer for repair
work. Repairs carried out by any person
who does not have sufficient knowledge or
skills can not only hinder the product from
delivering its intended performance but also
may result in accidents and personal injury.
22. Do not charge non rechargeable bat-
teries with this charger.
23. This charger is not intended for use by
children or disabled persons without
supervisor.
24. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the charger.
Maintain this instruction manual carefully.
ATTENTION:
USA
The litium-ion battery you have purchased is
recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under
various state and local laws, it maybe illegal to
dispose of this battery into your municipal
waste stream. Please call 1-800-8 BATTERY
for information on how to recycle this battery.
EUROPE
The product that you have purchased con-
tains a rechargeable battery cell.
The Battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful
life, under various country and local laws, it may
be illegal to dispose of this Battery into the mu-
nicipal waste stream. Check with your local solid
waste officials for details in your area for recy-
cling options or proper disposal.
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2. Part Names
LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK (JPL91430A,JPL92530A)
LITHIUM ION BATTERY CHARGER (JC914,JC925)
3. Specifications and Accessories
<Battery charger>
USA CE
Product name LITHIUM ION BATTERY CHARGER LITHIUM ION BATTERY CHARGER
Product code JC914 JC925 JC925(CE)
Input AC120V 60Hz
2.6A 160W
AC220-240V 50/60Hz
1.4A 160W
Output DC14.4V 7.5A
DC25.2V 4.5A
DC14.4V 7.5A
DC18V 5.4A
DC25.2V 4.5A
Weight 1.5kg 1.5kg
Operating tem-
perature range
41°F to 104°F
(5°C to 40°C)
5°C to 40°C
(41°F to 104°F)
Operating hu-
midity range
80%RH or less 80%RH or less
Battery type LITHIUM ION BATTERY LITHIUM ION BATTERY
Voltage 14.4V 18V 25.2V
Number of cells 48510714
Capacity 1.5Ah 3.0Ah 1.5Ah 3.0Ah 1.5Ah 3.0Ah
Compatible
charger
JC914,JC925(CE) JC925(CE) JC925,JC925(CE)
Pack cap
Latch
Battery level check
button
Nameplate(Backside)
Terminal area
Ventilation hole
(Ventilator window)(Backside)
Battery level gauge
Batterypack entry point
Charging status indicator lamp
LED lamp(Orange)
Charging status indicator lamp
Power cord
Power plug
Ventilation hole
Nameplate(Backside)
CE (VDE)
Power Plug
Connector
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<Battery pack>
∗Please note that the main functions, shapes and other features in the above specifi-
cations are subject to change for purposes of improvement.
Indication of Quick Charger Lamps
Product name LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK
Product code JPL91430A JPL92530A
Battery type Lithium ion battery Lithium ion battery
Nominal voltage DC14.4 V (3. 6V x 4 cells) DC25.2 V (3. 6V x 7 cells)
Nominal capacity 3.0 Ah (3,000 mAh) 3.0 Ah (3,000 mAh)
Charging time
(When charger
JC925 is used)
Quick charging - Approximately 30 min-
utes (Approximately 90% of capacity)
Full charging - Approximately 45 min-
utes (100% of capacity)
Quick charging - Approximately 45 min-
utes (Approximately 90% of capacity)
Full charging - Approximately 60 min-
utes (100% of capacity)
Accessories Pack cap (For preventing short circuit) Pack cap (For preventing short circuit)
Weight 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs) 0.9 kg (2.4 lbs)
Charger LED lamp Buzzer sound Recharging status
Red lamp blinks.
The power cord is plugged
into the receptacle.
Two short beeps (Pi, pi)
The charger is
powered.
The charger power cord is
plugged into a wall socket.
Red lamp lights. The battery pack is
mounted.
One short beep (Pi)
The battery is
being re-
charged.
Quick recharging continues.
The green lamp blinks.
The battery has been
recharged.
A long beep for approx. 2
seconds (Piii...)
The battery
has been re-
charged.
The battery has been recharged
to approx. 90% of its capacity.
If you leave the battery pack on
the charger, recharging will con-
tinue.
The green lamp lights up.
Fully recharged.
A long beep for approx. 2
seconds (Piii...)
Battery is "fully"
recharged. Recharged to 100% capacity.
The red lamp lights up.
The orange lamp
lights up.
—Protective
charging
The battery is recharged
with a low current to protect
the charger and battery.
(If the battery pack is cold or
over-discharged.)
The orange lamp
lights up. — Standby
If the temperature of the bat-
tery pack is too high: Battery
recharging starts automatical-
ly when the temperature
drops below the limit.
If the temperature of the bat-
tery pack is too low: Place the
battery pack in a room tem-
perature location for a while,
then retry recharging it.
It blinks every second.
It remains lit.
It blinks every second.
It remains lit.
They remain lit.
It remains lit.
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∗For batteries those are at low temperatures (10°C (50°F) or lower), charging time must
be extended longer.
The orange lamp blinks.
Not possible to recharge.
Short continuous beeps
for approx. 10 seconds
(Pi, pi, pi, pi,...)
Not possible to
recharge.
Unable to recharge the battery.
The battery pack slot is con-
taminated, or the battery pack
has failed.
Charger LED lamp Buzzer sound Recharging status
It blinks quickly (0.1 sec
ON and 0.1 sec OFF).
4. OPERATION
Charge the Battery pack.
1A Pack cap that is used to prevent
short circuits must be removed from
the terminal of the Battery pack.
When installing a once-used battery
pack on the machine, remove the bat-
tery pack from the machine.
2Fully insert the Battery into the recep-
tacle on the Charger until it sits se-
curely on the end.
3Charging will start automatically and
will be indicated by the red charging
light. The beep sounds (Pi).
4Charging time is approximately 30
minutes (90% capacity). This will vary
by temperature and source voltage.
5For batteries those are at low temper-
atures (10°C (50°F) or lower), charg-
ing time must be extended longer.
When charging at low temperatures,
both of the red and the orange charg-
ing light will be lit.
When the Battery pack is charged ap-
proximately 90% of its capacity, the aux-
iliary charging mode takes effect and
allows use of the Battery pack.
When the orange standby light is lit
When the Battery pack is hot (after con-
tinuous use or exposure to direct sun-
light) the charger will automatically
switch to standby to protect the Battery.
The orange standby light will be lit until
the battery’s temperature lowers to a
safe level, The Battery will then be
charged automatically.
When the Battery pack is at low tem-
perature
When the Battery pack is at low tempera-
ture (less than 5°C(41°F)), its charging is
automatically suspended until its temper-
ature increases, in order to protect it,
even if it is set in the charger.
Leave the Battery pack at normal temper-
ature in the room for some time, and then,
charge it again.
When the orange standby light blinks
This indicates the Battery cannot be charged.
Unplug the charger and check the charging
receptacle. If there are any foreign objects,
remove them with a soft dry cloth. If the or-
ange light still blinks and there are no foreign
objects, there may be a problem with the Bat-
tery or Charger. Return to dealer for service.
Battery pack
Charger
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About the Battery Level Indicator (JPL91430A,JPL92530A)
1To check the battery level (excluding while charging or while operating the charging
tool), press the battery level check button.
2The battery level gauge lights up according the then battery level.
Battery pack breakdowns
If the following conditions occur, bring the Battery and Charger to your dealer.
• The red charging lamp does not flash when the Charger plug is inserted into main power
source outlet (When the Battery pack is not inserted in the charger.)
• Neither the red charging lamp nor the orange standby lamp lights or flashes when the Bat-
tery pack is inserted in the charger.
•The orange standby lamp does not change to the red charging lamp even after more
than 1 hour. (except at low temperatures)
•The red charging lamp does not change from constant to flashing light even after more
than 90 minutes.
Tips for maximum Battery life
Use two Battery packs alternately.
To extend battery life, alternate between the two Batteries provided.
Service Life of the Battery Pack
•If the Battery pack has been properly charged (fully charged), but runs out more quick-
ly than usual. The Battery pack is at the end of its service life. Replace it with a new
one.
Battery level
indication
Battery level:
0%
Battery level:
about 0 to 10%
Battery level:
about 10 to 40%
Battery level:
about 40 to 70%
Battery level:
about 70 to 100%
All indicators
OFF
One red
indicator blinks
One red
indicator ON
Two red
indicators ON
Three red
indicators ON
Battery level check button
Battery level gauge
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