Milwaukee M12-18 FC User manual

M12-18 FC
Original instructions

2 3
12 V
RED
RED
GREENGREEN
RED/GREEN
55°C
0°C
55°C
0°C
100 %
≈80 %
4
GREEN
100%
231
RED
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Working Hints and description of Symbols

4 5
78-100 %
55-77 %
33-54 %
10-32 %
< 10 %
14,4 V, 18 V
RED
RED
GREEN GREEN
RED/GREEN
65°C
0°C
65°C
0°C
100 %
4
GREEN
100%
231
RED
≈80 %
6
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Working Hints and description of Symbols

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M12-18 FC
........ 12 V, 14,4 V, 18 V
................................6 A
............................703 g
..........................+5...+40 °C
ENGLISH ENGLISH
TECHNICAL DATA BATTERY CHARGER
Voltage range .................................................................................................
Quick charge current ......................................................................................
Weight according EPTA-Procedure 01/2014..................................................
Recommended ambient charging temperature ..............................................
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse or by burning
them. Milwaukee Distributors offer to retrieve old batteries to protect our
environment.
Only the following battery packs can be charged with this charger:
Battery Cat.
No.
Cell Type DC Volts Capacity Cell No.
M12B Li-Ion 12 V ≤1.5 Ah 3
M12BX Li-Ion 12 V ≤3.0 Ah 2 x 3
M12B2 Li-Ion 12 V ≤2.0 Ah 3
M12B3 Li-Ion 12 V ≤3.0 Ah 3
M12B4 Li-Ion 12 V ≤4.0 Ah 2 x 3
M12B6 Li-Ion 12 V ≤6.0 Ah 2 x 3
M14B Li-Ion 14.4 V ≤1.5 Ah 4
M14BX Li-Ion 14.4 V ≤3.0 Ah 2 x 4
M14B4 Li-Ion 14.4 V ≤4.0 Ah 2 x 4
M18B Li-Ion 18 V ≤1.5 Ah 5
M18BX Li-Ion 18 V ≤3.0 Ah 2 x 5
M18B2 Li-Ion 18 V ≤2.0 Ah 5
M18B4 Li-Ion 18 V ≤4.0 Ah 2 x 5
M18B5 Li-Ion 18 V ≤5.0 Ah 2 x 5
M18B6 Li-Ion 18 V ≤6.0 Ah 2 x 5
M18B9 Li-Ion 18 V ≤9.0 Ah 3 x 5
M18HB3 Li-Ion 18 V ≤3.0 Ah 5
M18HB4 Li-Ion 18 V ≤4.0 Ah 5
M18HB5.5 Li-Ion 18 V ≤5.5 Ah 2 x 5
M18HB8 Li-Ion 18 V ≤8.0 Ah 2 x 5
M18HB12 Li-Ion 18 V ≤12.0 Ah 3 x 5
Do not try to charge non-rechargeable
batteries with this charger.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short circuit risk).
No metal parts must be allowed to enter the battery section of the charger
(short circuit risk).
Never break open battery packs or chargers and store only in dry rooms.
Keep dry at all times.
The battery clamps of the charger are fed by the mains supply. Do not
touch the tool with conducting objects.
Never charge a damaged battery pack. Replace by a new one.
Before use check machine, cable, and plug for any damages or material
fatigue. Repairs should only be carried out by authorised Service Agents.
This appliance is not intended to be used or
cleaned by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless they have
been given instructions concerning the safe
use of the appliance by a person legally
responsible for their safety. They should be
supervised whilst using the appliance.
Children shall not use, clean or play with
this appliance, which when not in use
should be secured out of their reach.
Warning! To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage
due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in
fluid or 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.
SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE
This charger charges 12V, 14.4V and18V Milwaukee Li-Ion battery packs.
Do not use this product in any other way as stated for normal use.
MAINS CONNECTION
Connect only to single-phase AC current and only to the system voltage
indicated on the rating plate. It is also possible to connect to sockets
without an earthing contact as the design conforms to safety class II.
CHARGING TIME
Battery Cat. No. Volts Capacity Charging Time
approx.
M12B 12 V ≤1.5 Ah 20 min
M12B2 12 V ≤2.0 Ah 20 min
M12B3 12 V ≤3.0 Ah 50 min
M12BX 12 V ≤3.0 Ah 52 min
M12B4 12 V ≤4.0 Ah 52 min
M12B6 12 V ≤6.0 Ah 95 min
M14B 14.4 V ≤1.5 Ah 20 min
M14BX 14.4 V ≤3.0 Ah 52 min
M14B4 14.4 V ≤4.0 Ah 52 min
M18B 18 V ≤1.5 Ah 20 min
M18B2 18 V ≤2.0 Ah 20 min
M18BX 18 V ≤3.0 Ah 52 min
M18B4 18 V ≤4.0 Ah 52 min
M18B5 18 V ≤5.0 Ah 59 min
M18B6 18 V ≤6.0 Ah 90 min
M18B9 18 V ≤9.0 Ah 90 min
M18HB3 18 V ≤3.0 Ah 36 min
M18HB4 18 V ≤4.0 Ah 45 min
M18HB5.5 18 V ≤5.5 Ah 67 min
M18HB8 18 V ≤8.0 Ah 81 min
M18HB12 18 V ≤12.0 Ah 130 min
LI-ION BATTERIES
The rechargeable batteries are partially charged. The LED on the battery
indicates the state of charge.
If it is not used for long periods, the rechargeable battery will switch to the
non-operative state.
When fully discharged the rechargeable battery switches offautomatically
(depth discharge not possible).
Under extreme circumstances, the internal temperature of the battery could
become to high. If this happens, the battery will shut down.
Place the battery on the charger to charge and reset it.
The state of charge can be read by pressing the button on the rechargeable
battery. The battery can be left in the electric tool while the reading is taken
but it must be switched offat least one minute beforehand (otherwise the
display will be inaccurate). The number of LEDs illuminated indicates the
state of charge. A flashing LED indicates a max. power reserve of 10%.
As a general principle, if the electric tool should fail to work after inserting
the rechargeable battery, then the battery should be plugged into the
charger. The displays on the battery and charger will then provide
information about the condition of the battery.
In low temperatures work may continue at reduced output.
CHARACTERISTICS
After inserting the battery into the reception of the charger the battery will
automatically be charged (red control lamp is illuminated continuously)
When a hot or cold battery pack is inserted into the charger (flashing red
lamp), charging will begin automatically once the battery reaches the
correct charging temperature (0°C...65°C). The max. charging current is
flowing when the temperature of the Li-Ion-battery is between 0°C and 65°C.
The battery’s charging time is between 1 min and 20 min (at 1,5 Ah),
depending on the state of discharge.
Once the battery is fully charged, the LED on the charger changes from red
to green.
Remove the battery pack from the tool for charging when convenient for
you and your job. Milwaukee batteries do not develop a memory when
charged after only a partial discharge. It is not necessary to run down the
battery pack before placing it on the charger.
As a general practice, it is best to unplug battery chargers and remove
batteries when not in use. No battery pack damage will occur, however, if
the charger and battery pack are left plugged in.
If both LEDs flash alternately then the rechargeable battery is either not
fully pushed in or there is a fault with the battery or charger. Take the
charger and battery out of use immediately for safety reasons and have
them inspected by a Milwaukee customer service centre.
Both 12V and 14.4/18V battery packs can be inserted into the charger at
the same time, but they will be charged one after the other. The first battery
pack to be inserted will be the first one to be charged. The red LED for the
second battery pack will flash slowly to indicate that the charging process
has not begun yet.
LIGHT INDICATORS
Continuous red Charging
Slow flashing green Approaching full charge
Continuous green Charging is complete
Fast flashing red
Battery is too hot/cold - Charging will
begin when battery reaches correct
charging temperature
Slow flashing red
Battery charge is pending - Charging
will begin when the first pack is fully
charged
Flashing red/green Damaged or faulty battery pack
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation
requirements.
Transportation of those batteries has to be done in accordance with local,
national and international provisions and regulations.
• The user can transport the batteries by road without further
requirements.
• Commercial transport of Lithium-Ion batteries by third parties is subject to
Dangerous Goods regulations. Transport preparation and transport are
exclusively to be carried out by appropriately trained persons and the
process has to be accompanied by corresponding experts.
When transporting batteries:
• Ensure that battery contact terminals are protected and insulated to
prevent short circuit.
• Ensure that battery pack is secured against movement within packaging.
• Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leak.
Check with forwarding company for further advice
MAINTENANCE
If the supply cord of this appliance is
damaged, it must only be replaced by a
repair shop appointed by the manufacturer,
because special purpose tools are required
Use only Milwaukee accessories and Milwaukee spare parts. Should
components need to be replaced which have not been described, please
contact one of our Milwaukee service agents (see our list of guarantee/
service addresses).
If needed, an exploded view of the tool can be ordered. Please state the
Article No. as well as the machine type printed on the label and order the
drawing at your local service agents or directly at: Techtronic Industries
GmbH, Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany.
SYMBOLS
Please read the instructions carefully before starting the
machine.
Do not burn used battery packs.
Never charge a damaged battery pack.
Replace with a new one.
Do not dispose electric tools, batteries/rechargeable batteries
together with household waste material.
Electric tools and batteries that have reached the end of their
life must be collected separately and returned to an
environmentally compatible recycling facility.
Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice
and collection point.
This tool is only suitable for indoor use. Never expose tool to
rain.
T5.0A Time-lag fuse 5 A
Double isolated
European Conformity Mark
British Confomity Mark
Ukraine Conformity Mark
EurAsian Conformity Mark

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Copyright 2020
Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Str. 10
71364 Winnenden
Germany
[phone]
www.milwaukeetool.eu
Techtronic Industries (UK) Ltd
Fieldhouse Lane
Marlow Bucks SL7 1HZ
UK