CAUTION:The fast charger Model DC1201 is specifically designed to charge only Makita batterycartridges. Never use it for other purposes or for other manufacturer's batteries.When you charge a new battery cartridge or a battery cartridge which has not been usedfor a long period of time, it may not accept a full charge. This is a normal condition anddoes not indicate a problem. You can recharge the battery cartridge fully after dischargingit completely and recharging a couple of times.If you charge a battery cartridge from a just-operated tool or a battery cartridge whichhas been left in a location exposed to direct sunlight or heat for a long time, the charginglight may flash in red color. If this occurs, wait for a while. Charging will begin after thebattery cartridge cools.If the charging light flashes alternately in green and red color and a tone sound "beep,beep, beep, ..." for about 20 seconds, a problem exists and charging is not possible. Theterminals on the charger or battery cartridge are clogged with dust or the battery cartridgeis worn out or damaged.If you wish to charge two battery cartridges, allow 15 minutes between chargings onthe fast charger.Adjusting the stopper plateLoosen the bolts which secure the stopperplate. Adjust the stopper plate in accordancewith the screw length as shown in the figurebelow.Fig. A - I : For screws 25 mm (1" 1 or 28 mm( 1- 118") longFig. A-2: For screws 32 mm (1-114") longFig. A-3: For screws 40 mm (1-9/16") longThen tighten the bolts to secure the stopperplate./--- StopperL.-----Pins/A I TPinFig. A-I Fig. A-2 Fig. A-3NOTE:As for Fig. A-2 and A-3, secure the stopper plate with both ends contacting the pins oneach side to keep the plate from tilting.8