Oregon BX975 User guide

Oregon® Professional Series™
120V – BX975 / BX650
Battery / Batterie / Batería
Original Instruction Manual
Manuel d’instruction original
Manual de instrucciones original

Instruction Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12
Manuel d'instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual de instrucciones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Battery Models BX975 and BX650
Table of Contents
At a Glance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Danger, Warning, and Caution Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
General Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Useful Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Battery Charge State Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Battery Duty-Life Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Professional Warranty and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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4Battery Models BX975 and BX650
At a Glance
At a Glance
 Battery Indicator
 Battery Indicator Button
 Lifting Handle
 Power Socket and Battery Terminals
 Nameplate, Caution, and
Serial Number Labels
 Foot
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2
3
4
5
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Battery Models BX975 and BX650
Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read and understand this instruction manual before
using this product.
Save this manual for future reference.
Danger, Warning, and Caution Symbols
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER Indicates that if the danger is not avoided, it will
cause serious property damage, injury or death.
WARNING Indicates that if the warning is not heeded, it can
cause property damage, serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates that if precautions are not taken, it may
cause minor or moderate injury, or property
damage.
Safety Symbols
These symbols appear on the BX and BX.
SYMBOL MEANING EXPLANATION
Safety alert A danger, warning, or caution.
Follow instructions
Read and follow instructions in this manual
carefully before assembling, operating, or
servicing the product.
Do not dispose
Do not throw in trash. Take to an authorized
recycler. Call Oregon at 1-800-223-5168, ext. 1
or visit www.OregonProducts.com for recycling
information.
Hazardous voltage inside
Opening the battery can result in electric shock
and burns. Do not open the battery. No user
serviceable parts inside. All servicing to be done
by qualified personnel.
Do not incinerate Battery likely to explode in fire.

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Important Safety Information
General Safety Warnings
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains important safety and operating
instructions for Oregon V Professional
Series rechargeable lithium ion battery pack,
models BX and BX.
WARNING: To reduce risk of battery
explosion, before using this battery, you must
read and understand all the instructions and
safety markings in this instruction manual, as
well as cautionary markings on battery packs,
battery charger and the product using the
battery packs. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire, and/or serious injury.
• This battery pack is not intended for
use by persons, including children, with
reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may
become ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush affected body part with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Battery pack that has ejected liquid
should be disposed of properly.
• Do not use a battery pack that is
damaged or modified. Damaged
or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire,
explosion, or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire
or temperature above °C may cause
explosion.

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Battery Models BX975 and BX650
Important Safety Information
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Charging
CAUTION: To reduce risk of injury
from chemical hazards, electric shock, and
fire, charge this battery pack only with
Oregon V Professional Series charger.
Failure to follow proper charging procedures
may result in excessive voltage or current flow,
loss of control during charging, hazardous
chemical leakage, overheating, bursting, or fire.
• Follow all charging instructions and do
not charge the battery outside of the
temperature range specified in these
instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside of the specified
range may damage the battery and
increase the risk of fire.
• Do not recharge the battery in a closed-
in, non-ventilated area.
• Make sure the charging plug is correctly
mated to the battery receptacle.
Use
CAUTION: When using the battery
in the BLVX or other tool on which the
battery is mounted, verify the latch firmly
holds the battery in place before using the
tool.
CAUTION: When using the battery
in an Oregon V Professional Series
backpack, verify the zipper is fully closed
to ensure the battery is secured in the
backpack.
CAUTION: Do not lift the battery via
the cable attached to the battery.
CAUTION: If the battery pack is
subjected to complete immersion in liquid,
discontinue use and dispose of properly.
• The Oregon models BX and BX
rechargeable lithium ion batteries are
exclusively used as a power supply for
the relevant Oregon V Professional
Series tools, implements, and appliances.
To avoid injury, the batteries must not be
used as a power source for other devices.
• This battery is intended to be used
only in an Oregon V Professional
Series backpack or on an Oregon V
Professional Series tool, implement,
or appliance that latches the battery
securely in place.
• Grasp the plug to remove the cable from
the battery. Do not pull on the cord.
• Inspect the cable being used with the
battery before inserting. Do not use a
damaged cable with the battery.
Storage
• Remove the battery from the tool before
storing or transporting.
• Store in a cool, dry place. Do not expose
the battery pack to excessive heat, such
as the interior of a vehicle in hot weather.
Exposure to excessive heat can cause a loss
in performance and/or service life.
• When the battery pack is not in use, keep
it away from other metal objects, like
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or
other small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
• To prolong battery life, never store
battery pack in a completely discharged
condition.
Maintenance
WARNING: Do not steam clean the
battery. Temperatures may be high enough
to cause explosion or fire.
CAUTION: Do not use solvents or
spray cleaners on the battery contacts.
Recommended cleaning of the battery
terminals is with an air gun.
CAUTION: Do not use a pressure
washer to clean the battery. Warm soapy
water and a cloth or sponge is best.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to loosen
or tighten the screws that hold the battery
together.

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Important Safety Information
Improper battery care can cause the
battery to leak hazardous chemicals,
overheat, emit smoke, burst, flare,
explode, and/or ignite. Follow these safety
rules:
• Keep battery and battery terminals clean.
• Remove or disconnect the battery
from the tool before performing any
maintenance or cleaning of the battery
or tool.
• Do not open and mutilate the battery.
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes and skin. It
may be toxic if swallowed.
• Do not attempt to modify or repair
this product except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care. This could
result in serious injury.
Shipping
• Observe respective local and national
regulations when shipping lithium ion
batteries.
• Special precautions must be taken when
transporting a damaged or malfunctioning
battery.
Environmental
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.
The cells may explode. Take to an
authorized lithium ion battery recycler.
Call Oregon at ---, ext. 
or visit www.OregonProducts.com for
recycling information.

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Battery Models BX975 and BX650
Operation
Operation
Charging the Battery
• Set up an Oregon V Professional Series charger in a dry, indoor location that allows
airflow and is free of dirt and debris.
• Connect the AC power cord of the charger to the AC inlet on the charger.
• Plug the AC power cord of the charger into a grounded wall outlet. Note: The charger’s LED
indicator will show a power-on blink sequence and then turn off.
• Connect the DC plug to the battery.
• Allow battery to charge.
Approximate charging times
BX:  to  capacity ~ min.
BX:  to  capacity ~ min.
• During charging, the LED on the battery that indicates the next level of charge will flash. LEDs
below that level will stay lighted until the battery is fully charged. When the battery is fully charged,
all LEDs will go off and the LED on the charger will change from flashing green to solid green.
• IMPORTANT: If, during charging, the ambient temperature is not within the charging
temperature range, the battery may stop charging and will not start again until the charger is
reset. To reset the charger, disconnect the charger from the battery, allow the indicator on the
charger to turn off, and reconnect the charger to the battery.
• Disconnect battery from charger upon reaching the desired charge.
Using the Battery
• Due to shipping regulations, the battery is shipped with a partial charge. It is recommended to
fully charge the battery before first use.
• Check the battery charge state by pressing and releasing the battery indicator button. Verify it has
sufficient charge.
• Place the battery in the V Professional Series backpack, tool, implement, or appliance.
• Insert the black plug from the tool electrical cord into the battery socket. Verify it is fully seated.
• Fully close the zippers on the backpack or ensure the battery is latched in place in the tool.
• During use, the battery charge state and any faults will be indicated on the tool dashboard. Please
refer to the tool instruction manual for further information.
Useful Tips
TO OPTIMIZE RUNTIME:
• Store the battery within the recommended temperature range.
• Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight for an extended period of time.
• Recharge the battery at the end of every workday even if it was not fully discharged.
• Before long-term storage, the battery charge state should show the  green LED or  green LED
indication. If not, charge or discharge the battery to that state before storing.
TO IMPROVE BATTERY RELIABILITY:

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Operation
• Do not use the handle to hang the battery for storage.
• Secure the battery from excessive shifting during transportation.
• On an open trailer, orient the battery socket to the rear of the trailer to avoid damage to the socket
during travel.
During normal use, the internal cells of the battery generate heat in addition to warm or hot
working conditions. This could cause the battery to be above the charging temperature when
plugged in for charging. To start charging sooner, place the battery and charger in a cool location
with air flow around the battery.
Batteries stored in cold locations may need to be warmed to begin charging. For a battery that is
below charging temperature, warm in a heated space but do not place directly in front of a heat
source.
Battery Charge State Indicator
To determine the battery's charge state, press and release the battery indicator button.
Charge state is shown in the table below.
INDICATORS
LEDs
5 green LEDs 4 green LEDs 3 green LEDs 2 green LEDs 1 green LED 1 red LED
MEANING Full charge
100% to 81% 80% to 61% 60% to 41% 40% to 21% 20% to 10% Low power <10%
Battery Duty-Life Indicator
All rechargeable lithium ion batteries lose capacity with each full charge cycle. Over time, you may
notice that your battery does not provide the same amount of run time as it provided when first
purchased. To determine the current capacity of the battery, press and hold the battery indicator
button for  seconds.
INDICATORS
LEDs
4 green LEDs
1 red LED
(blinking)
3 green LEDs
1 red LED
(blinking)
2 green LEDs
1 red LED
(blinking)
1 green LED
1 red LED
(blinking)
MEANING 100% to 81% 80% to 61% 60% to 41% 40% to 21%

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Battery Models BX975 and BX650
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
The Oregon®V Professional Series batteries have the ability to self-diagnose issues.
Below is a table of fault codes the battery can display through the battery indicator.
INDICATORS POSSIBLE CAUSE RECOMMENDED
ACTION
LEDs SOUND
1 short, 1 long red blink
(repeating)
none Battery internal
temperature is too hot or
too cold.
Remove the battery
and allow it to return
to a proper operating
temperature before
using it with a tool again.
Before charging,
place the battery in an
environment that meets
the recommended
charge temperatures.
Alternating red and green LEDs
(repeating)
none Too much current is
being drawn from
battery.
Other fault.
• Disconnect battery
from tool and wait
15 seconds before
reconnecting.
• Try a different battery.
• Replace tool or power
cord.
• Contact an Oregon
dealer or representative
for further instructions.
Rapid flashing of all LEDs
none Battery failure requiring
service.
Contact Oregon for
further instructions.
Constant red LED blink
(repeating)
none Battery has very low
voltage.
Plug the battery into a
charger at the earliest
convenience.
To ensure the safety of this product is maintained, servicing should only be performed by an
authorized Oregon repair shop using only identical replacement parts.

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Specifications
Specifications
BX975 – REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS PART NUMBERS
Foot Replacement Kit, Battery, BX, UV 0001BX975UV
Fuel Gauge Label Kit, Battery, BX975, UV 0002BX975UV
BX975 BATTERY
Nominal voltage 108 V DC
Capacity (Wh) 972 Wh
Capacity (Ah) 9.0 Ah
Maximum continuous current 30 A
Maximum continuous power 3240 W
TEMPERATURE RANGES
Operating temperature range -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C)
Charging temperature range 40°F to 86°F (5°C to 30°C)
Storage temperature range -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C)
BX650 – REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS PART NUMBERS
Foot Replacement Kit, Battery, BX, UV 0001BX975UV
Fuel Gauge Label Kit, Battery, BX650, UV 0001BX650UV
BX650 BATTERY
Nominal voltage 108 V DC
Capacity (Wh) 648 Wh
Capacity (Ah) 6.0 Ah
Maximum continuous current 30 A
Maximum continuous power 3240 W
TEMPERATURE RANGES
Operating temperature range -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C)
Charging temperature range 40°F to 86°F (5°C to 30°C)
Storage temperature range -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C)

Commercial Warranty and Service
Limited Warranty Coverage
Oregon offers the original purchaser as the
end-user a two () year limited warranty, and
a ninety () day limited warranty on products
purchased for rent to other end-users. Visit
www.OregonProducts.com for complete
Oregon® V Professional Series™ product
warranty and service information.
The Oregon V Professional Series limited
warranty covers the following products:
BLV-NA Backpack Blower, STV-NA
String Trimmer, HTV-NA Hedge Trimmer,
EGV-NA Edger, BX-UV Battery, BX-
UV Battery, C-NA Charger, CDVX-
NA Battery-to-Tool Cable, BPBXOR-UV
Backpack, and BPBXSY-UV Backpack.
Oregon warrants that covered products will be
free from defects in material or workmanship
for the period of time and subject to the terms
set forth in this limited warranty. The remedy
under this limited warranty is limited to Oregon
or an authorized service center’s repair or
replacement of the covered product, at Oregon’s
sole discretion. Purchaser is responsible for
maintaining original proof of purchase.
Servicing Equipment
Oregon V Professional Series tools
and equipment (tools, batteries, chargers,
backpacks, accessories, and components) are
designed to be serviceable by a qualified repair
person using only original Oregon replacement
parts. Only use Oregon Authorized Service
Centers. Visit www.OregonProducts.com for
a list of Authorized Oregon V Professional
Series Service Center locations, access product
manuals, review authorized replacement and
service parts, and view how-to videos.
Contact Us
You can call Oregon’s customer service
department at ---, ext. . We’re
here to take your calls between : a.m. and
: p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday.
You can also email us at TechnicalServices@
oregonproducts.com for warranty and service
information. You can find an Authorized Service
Center listed at www.OregonProducts.com.
Address
Attn: Oregon Technical Services
RE: OPE – V Series
 SE International Way
Portland OR  USA

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Blount, Inc.
 SE International Way
Portland, OR - USA
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