DeWALT dw0249 24v fan cooled vehicle charger User Guide
• DO NOT attempt to use it with any other voltage system. The
charger is designed to operate from a 12-volt negative ground
vehicle battery system.
vehicle battery system.
• Do not disassemble charger, there are no user serviceable
parts; take it to an authorized service center when service or
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock, electrocution or fire.
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock, electrocution or fire.
• Use of an extension cord is not recommended. Do not use
an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of
improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock, or
electrocution.
improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock, or
electrocution.
• The charger plug has an integral overload protector (fuse). If a
cord set or plug failure occurs, a replacement cord set must be
used. This part is available from D
used. This part is available from D
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at extra cost. DO NOT operate the charger without proper overload
protection (fuse).
protection (fuse).
• Do not place any object on top of charger or place the charger
on a soft surface that might block the ventilation slots and
result in excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a position
away from any heat source. The charger is ventilated through slots
in the top and the bottom of the housing.
result in excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a position
away from any heat source. The charger is ventilated through slots
in the top and the bottom of the housing.
OPERATION
Charging Procedure
Charging Procedure
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting battery
pack.
2. Insert the battery pack into the charger. Charge status is displayed
by the indicator lights(s).
Important Charging Notes
1. To prevent excessive discharge of the vehicle battery, Do not
charge more than two battery packs without operating the
vehicle.
vehicle.
2. Disconnect charger from cigarette lighter socket when not in
use to prevent vehicle battery from discharging.
3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:
a.
Ensure the cigarette lighter operates when pushed in the
socket.
socket.
b.
Ensure the cigarette lighter operates when the vehicle’s ignition
switch is in the “Accessory” position.
switch is in the “Accessory” position.
4. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery
pack is charged when the air temperature is between 65°F and
75°F (18°- 24°C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air
temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C).
This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery
pack.
75°F (18°- 24°C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air
temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C).
This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery
pack.
5. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while
charging. This is a normal condition, and does not indicate a
problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use,
avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment
such as in a metal shed, or an uninsulated trailer.
problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use,
avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment
such as in a metal shed, or an uninsulated trailer.
LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK IN THE CHARGER
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the red light
red light glowing for 16 hours, then turn itself off. The charger will keep
the battery pack fresh and fully charged.
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the red light
red light glowing for 16 hours, then turn itself off. The charger will keep
the battery pack fresh and fully charged.
Indicator Light Operation
Modification for Positive Ground
Operation of Charger
Operation of Charger
For use with a vehicle with a positive ground battery, the connection to
the charger plug must be reversed.
The vehicle charger is not user serviceable. Have this modification
made at your nearest qualified D
the charger plug must be reversed.
The vehicle charger is not user serviceable. Have this modification
made at your nearest qualified D
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Vehicular Battery Charger Models:
DW0249, DW9109, DC9319
DW0249, DW9109, DC9319
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important
safety and operating instruc tions for the DC9319 D
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battery charger.
2. Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings
on charger, battery pack, and product using battery pack.
3.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of injury, charge only D
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18V rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst
causing injury to persons and damage.
causing injury to persons and damage.
4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery
charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons.
injury to persons.
6. To reduce risk of damage to cigarette lighter connector and
cord, pull by cigarette lighter connector rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
disconnecting charger.
7. Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
8. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug – replace it
immediately.
9. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified
service person.
service person.
10. Do not disassemble charger, take it to an qualified service person
when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
11. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce
this risk.
this risk.
Additional Safety Instructions for All
Chargers
Chargers
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury and damage to the battery
pack, NEVER store or charge the battery pack below 40°F (4.5°C) or
above 105°F (40.5°C).
above 105°F (40.5°C).
WARNING: Do not probe with conductive objects. Electric shock or
electrocution may result.
WARNING: Do not use in explosive atmospheres. Ignition may
occur.
CAUTION: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside
charger. Electric shock may result.
CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
D
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causing personal injury and damage.
CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to
the power source, the exposed charging contacts inside the charger
can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a conductive
nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any
buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities.
Always unplug the charger from the power source when there is no
battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean.
can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a conductive
nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any
buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities.
Always unplug the charger from the power source when there is no
battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean.
CAUTION: The DC9319 vehicle charger is exempt from FCC
requirements however use must be discontinued if any type of
interference is detected.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers
interference is detected.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers
other than the ones in this manual. The charger and battery pack
are specifically designed to work together.
are specifically designed to work together.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than
charging D
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result in risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
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