Universal niCd/niMH
Fast battery CHarger
47618
set Up and Operating instrUCtiOns
®
distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight tools .
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described
herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
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8. Always wear ANSI-approved safety
goggles during use.
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instrUCtiOns.
power Cord safety
9. Do not cover the vents of the Fast
Battery Charger, place on a hard
surface.
10. Keep this Fast Battery Charger out of
the reach of children.
1. A short power supply cord is to be
provided to reduce risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord.
11. Unplug the Charger from outlet when
not in use.
2. Longer extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised
in their use. Follow all directions when
using a long extension cord.
12. Do not operate this Fast Battery Char-
ger with a damaged cord or plug or
after any malfunctions. Do not use if
it has been damaged in any manner.
3. If a long extension cord is used,
13. Do not use outdoors.
a. the marked electrical rating of the
(detachable power supply cord or)
extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of
the appliance,
14. Do not use this Fast Battery Charger
for other than intended use.
15. This Fast Battery Charger has a po-
larized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a polar-
ized outlet only one way. To reduce
the risk of electric shock, this plug is
intended to fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not change the plug in
any way.
b. if the appliance is of the grounded
type, the extension cord should be
a grounding type 3-wire cord, and
c. the longer cord should be arranged
so that it will not drape over the
counter top or tabletop where it can
be pulled on by children or tripped
over.
16. Maintain labels and nameplates.
These carry important information. If
unreadable or missing, contact Harbor
Freight Tools for a replacement.
UnpaCKing
When unpacking, check to make
sure that the item is intact and undam-
aged. If any problem exists, please call
Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown
on the cover of this manual as soon as
possible.
17. The warnings, precautions, and
instructions discussed in this instruc-
tion manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may
occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and cau-
tion are factors which cannot be built
into this product, but must be supplied
by the operator.
SKU 47618
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The charged batteries are now ready
for use. See illustration.
OperatiOn
1. Place the Fast Battery Charger on
a flat, smooth, dry surface near an
electrical outlet.
5. Unplug the Fast Battery Charger and
remove all batteries when not in use.
Note: When 9V batteries are placed in
the Charger the green light at the top
of the Charger will come on. After
10 Hours for NiCd (110 mAh) and
15 hours for NiMH (150-160 mAh),
remove the 9V batteries from the
Charger. The 9V batteries are now
ready for use.
2. Insert 1 to 4, D, C, AA, AAA batteries,
or 1 to 2 9V batteries in the Battery
Compartment. DO NOT MIX NiCd
(NICKEL-CADMIUM) AND NiMH
(NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE) BAT-
TERIES.
Note: The charging of 9V batteries is by
manual control. You must observe the
charging time. Periodically check the
condition of the charger and batter-
ies. Do not over charge the batteries.
The green light will stay on until you
remove the 9V batteries from the Bat-
tery Compartment.
3. Slide the Battery Type Switch to
select the correct type of battery. For
Nickel-Cadmium batteries, set the
Battery Type Switch to the NiCd posi-
tion. For Nickel-Metal Hydride batter-
ies, set the Battery Type Switch to the
NiMH position. See illustration.
Note: Unplug and then re-plug the Fast
Battery Charger each time you re-
charge the empty batteries, to reset
the charger.
record product’s serial number
Here:
4. Plug the Charger into a correct house-
hold electric outlet. The LED (CH 1,
CH 2, CH 3 or CH 4) will glow red col-
or to indicate the proper charging. Af-
ter the proper charge time is reached
(5 hours for NiCd and 8 hours for
Note: If product has no serial number,
record month and year of purchase
instead.
Note: Replacement parts are not avail-
NiMH, except for 9V of both types,
and NiMH D Cells), the red lights will
turn off and the trickle charge is on.
able for this product.
trOUblesHOOting
problem
possible solution
The Charge Indicator Light(s) do
not illuminate when battery(ies) are
inserted.
1. Make sure the Power Cord/Plug of the Fast Battery
Charger is plugged into a working 120 Volt, grounded,
electrical outlet.
2. Disconnect the Power Cord/Plug from its electrical outlet.
Check to make sure each battery is inserted properly into
the Battery Compartment.
The Fast Battery Charger and/or the This is normal and should not be cause for concern.
batteries feel warm to the touch.
SKU 47618
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liMited 90 day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet
high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this
product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days
from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or
indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside
our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of
maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property,
or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con-
sequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS
WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDINg THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we
will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the
purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that
the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must
bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353
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