Makita 6835D Instruction Manual

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8NOTE:• The battery charger is for charging Makita batterycartridge. Never use it for other purposes or for othermanufacturer’s batteries.• When you charge a new battery cartridge or a batterycartridge which has not been used for a long period oftime, it may not accept a full charge. This is a normalcondition and does not indicate a problem. You canrecharge the battery cartridge fully after discharging itcompletely and recharging a couple of times.• If you charge a battery cartridge from a just-operatedtool or a battery cartridge which has been left in alocation exposed to direct sunlight or heat for a longtime, the charging light may flash in red color. If thisoccurs, wait for a while. Charging will begin after thebattery cartridge cools. The battery cartridge will coolfaster if you remove the battery cartridge from thebattery charger.• If the charging light flashes alternately in green and redcolor, a problem exists and charging is not possible. Theterminals on the charger or battery cartridge are cloggedwith dust or the battery cartridge is worn out ordamaged.Trickle charge (Maintenance charge)If you leave the battery cartridge in the charger to preventspontaneous discharging after full charge, the charger willswitch into its “trickle charge (maintenance charge)” modeand keep the battery cartridge fresh and fully charged.Tips for maintaining maximum battery life1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely dis-charged.Always stop tool operation and charge the battery car-tridge when you notice less tool power.2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.Overcharging shortens the battery service life.3. Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature at10°C - 40°C (50°F - 104°F).Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.4. Charge the Nickel Metal Hydride battery cartridge whenyou do not use it for more than six months.