InFocus UC 14YFA User Manual

MODEL Battery Charger MODÈLE Chargeur de batterie MODELO

UC 14YFA

Cargador de baterías

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNING

IMPROPER OR UNSAFE use of this battery charger can result in death or serious bodily

injury! This manual contains important information about product safety. Please read and understand this manual BEFORE operating the power tool. Please keep this manual available for other users and owners before they use the battery charger. This manual should be stored in safe place.

INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE ET MODE D’EMPLOI

AVERTISSEMENT

Une utilisation INCORRECTE OU DANGEREUSE de ce chargeur de batterie peut entraîner la mort ou de sérieuses blessures corporelles! Ce mode d’emploi contient d’importantes informations à propos de la sécurité de ce produit. Prière de lire et de comprendre ce mode d’emploi AVANT d’utiliser l’outil motorisé. Garder ce mode d’emploi à la disponibilité des autres utilisateurs et propriétaires avant qu’ils utilisent le chargeur de batterie. Ce mode d’emploi doit être conservé dans un endroit sûr.

INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Y MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

ADVERTENCIA

¡La utilización INAPROPIADA O PELIGROSA de este cargador de baterías puede resultar en lesiones de gravedad o la muerte! Este manual contiene información importante sobre la seguridad del producto. Lea y comprenda este manual ANTES de utilizar la herramienta eléctrica. Guarde este manual para que puedan leerlo otras personas antes de utilizar el cargador de baterías. Este manual debe ser guardado en un lugar seguro.

English

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............. 3

MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS ..................... 3

SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR BATTERY CHARGER .......................... 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR USE OF THE BATTERY AND

BATTERY CHARGER ................................... 5

DISPOSAL OF THE EXHAUSTED

BATTERY ..................................................... 6

CONTENTS

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

MODEL ................................................................ 7

NAME OF PARTS ............................................... 7

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................... 8

APPLICATIONS ....................................................... 8

CHARGING METHOD ............................................. 8

BEFORE USE ......................................................... 11

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION .................... 11

STORAGE .............................................................. 12

SERVICE AND REPAIRS ....................................... 12

PARTS LIST ........................................................... 33

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Français

INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES

DE SÉCURITÉ ................................................... 13

SIGNIFICATION DES MOTS

D’AVERTISSEMENT ......................................... 13

SECURITE

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

POUR LE CHARGEUR DE BATTERIE ....... 14

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

POUR L’UTILISATION DE LA BATTERIE

ET DU CHARGEUR DE BATTERIE ........... 15

MISE AU REBUT D’UNE BATTERIE USÉE ..... 16

TABLE DES MATIERES

Español

INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE SOBRE

SEGURIDAD .............................................. 23

SIGNIFICADO DE LAS PALABRAS

DE SEÑALIZACIÓN .................................. 23

SEGURIDAD

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES

DE SEGURIDAD PARA EL CARGADOR

DE BATERÍAS ............................................ 24

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES

DE SEGURIDAD PARA LA BATERÍA

Y EL CARGADOR DE BATERÍAS .............. 25

ELIMINACIÓN LAS BATERÍAS AGOTADAS .. 26

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ÍNDICE

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UTILISATION ET ENTRETIEN

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MODÈLE ........................................................... 17

NOM DES PARTIES ......................................... 17

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................. 18

UTILISATIONS ................................................. 18

MÉTHODE DE RECHARGE .............................. 18

AVANT L’UTILISATION ................................... 21

ENTRETIEN ET INSPECTION........................... 21

RANGEMENT ................................................... 22

SERVICE APRES-VENTE ET RÉPARATIONS ... 22

LISTE DES PIÈCES ........................................... 33

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OPERACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO

MODELO ........................................................... 27

NOMENCLATURA ............................................ 27

ESPECIFICACIONES ......................................... 28

APLICACIONES ................................................ 28

MÉTODO DE CARGA ....................................... 28

ANTES DE LA UTILIZACIÓN ........................... 31

MANTENIMIENTO E INSPECCIÓN ................. 31

ALMACENAMIENTO ........................................ 32

SERVICIO Y REPARACIONES .......................... 32

LISTA DE PIEZAS ............................................. 33

English

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in the Instruction Manual before operating or maintaining this battery charger.

Most accidents that result from battery charger operation and maintenance are caused by the failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing a potentially hazardous situation before it occurs, and by observing appropriate safety procedures.

Basic safety precautions are outlined in the “SAFETY” section of this Instruction Manual and in the sections which contain the operation and maintenance instructions.

Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identified by WARNINGS on the battery charger and in this Instruction Manual.

NEVER use this battery charger in a manner that has not been specifically recommended by HITACHI.

MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if ignored, could result in

death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or may cause machine damage.

NOTE emphasizes essential information.

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SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGER

WARNING: Death or serious bodily injury could result from improper or unsafe use

of battery chargers. To avoid these risks, follow these basic safety instructions:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

1. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model UC 14YFA.

2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.

3. To reduce risk of injury, charge HITACHI rechargeable battery types EB7, EB9, EB12, EB14 series. Other type of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.

4. Do not expose battery charger to rain or snow.

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.

6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug when disconnecting battery charger.

7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used make sure: a. That blades of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of

plug on battery charger: b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of battery charger as specified

in Table 1.

Table 1

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE FOR

EXTENTION CORDS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS

AC Input Rating Amperes* AWG Size of Cord

Equal to or but less Length of Cord, Feet (Meter)

greater than than 25 (7.5) 50 (15) 100 (30) 150 (45)

0 2 18 18 18 16 2 3 18 18 16 14 3 4 18 18 16 14

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* If the input rating of a battery charger is given in watts rather than in amperes, the

corresponding ampere rating is to be determined by dividing the wattage rating by the voltage rating–for example:

1250watts 125 volts

9. Do not operate battery charger with damaged cord or plug-replace them immediately.

10. Do not operate battery charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.

11. Do not disassemble battery charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from receptacle before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Removing the battery will not reduce this risk.

13. This battery charger might be attached to HITACHI battery operated tools as a standard accessory. In this case, please confirm Instruction Manual of the HITACHI battery operated tools before using the battery charger.

= 10 amperes

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER

You must charge the battery before you can use the power tool. Before using the model UC 14YFA battery charger, be sure to read all instructions and cautionary statements on it, the battery and in this manual. REMEMBER: USE ONLY HITACHI BATTERY TYPES EB7 SERIES, EB9 SERIES, EB12 SERIES, EB14 SERIES. OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY BURST AND CAUSE INJURY!

Follow these instructions to avoid the risk of injury:

WARNING: Improper use of the battery or battery charger can lead to serious injury.

To avoid these injuries:

1. NEVER disassemble the battery.

2. NEVER incinerate the battery, even if it is damaged or is completely worn out. The

battery can explode in a fire.

3. NEVER short-circuit the battery.

4. NEVER insert any objects into the battery charger’s air vents. Electric shock or damage

to the battery charger may result.

5. NEVER charge outdoors. Keep the battery away from direct sunlight and use only

where there is low humidity and good ventilation.

6. NEVER charge when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C) or above 104°F (40°C).

7. NEVER connect two battery chargers together.

8. NEVER insert foreign objects into the hole for the battery or the battery charger.

9. NEVER use a booster transformer when charging.

10. NEVER use an engine generator or DC power to charge.

11. NEVER store the battery or battery charger in places where the temperature may

reach or exceed 104°F (40°C).

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12. ALWAYS operate charger on standard household electrical power (120 volts). Using

the charger on any other voltage may overheat and damage the charger.

13. ALWAYS wait at least 15 minutes between charges to avoid overheating the charger.

14. ALWAYS disconnect the power cord from its receptacle when the charger is not in

use.

DISPOSAL OF THE EXHAUSTED BATTERY

WARNING: Do not dispose of the exhausted battery. The battery must explode if it

is incinerated. The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of it’s useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

AND

MAKE THEM AVAILABLE TO

OTHER USERS

AND

OWNERS OF THIS TOOL!

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

NOTE:

The information contained in this Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in the safe operation and maintenance of the battery charger.

NEVER operate, or attempt any maintenance on the battery charger unless you have first read and understood all safety instructions contained in this manual.

Some illustrations in this Instruction Manual may show details or attachments that differ from those on your own battery charger.

MODEL

UC 14YFA

NAME OF PARTS

Cord

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Pilot lamp

Caution plate

Battery installation hole

Body

Nameplate

Fig. 1

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SPECIFICATIONS

Input power source Single phase: AC120V 60Hz

Approx. 30 minutes .......... EB712S, EB7S, EB912S, EB9S, EB914,

Charging time

Approx. 50 minutes .......... EB9B, EB12B, EB1220BL, EB14B

EB1212S, EB12S, EB1214L, EB1412S, EB1414

Charger

Weight 1.3 lbs (0.6kg)

Charging voltage .............................. DC 7.2–24V

Charging current .............................. DC 2.5A

APPLICATIONS

For charging the HITACHI batteries types EB7, EB9, EB12, EB14 series.

CHARGING METHOD

NOTE: Before plugging into the receptacle, make sure the following points.

䡬 The power source voltage is stated on the nameplate. 䡬 The cord is not damaged.

WARNING: Do not charge at voltage higher than indicated on the nameplate.

If charged at voltage higher than indicated on the nameplate, the charger will burn up.

EB712S EB7S

EB912S EB9S EB914 EB9B

EB12S EB12B

EB1212S EB1214L EB1220BL

EB1412S EB1414 EB14B

1. Insert the plug of battery charger into the receptacle.

When the plug of battery charger has been inserted into the receptacle, pilot lamp will blink in red. (At 1-second intervals)

WARNING:

Do not use the electrical cord if damaged. Have it repaired immediately.

Fig. 2

2. Insert the battery to the battery charger.

Insert the battery into the battery charger as shown in Fig. 2. Make sure it contacts the bottom of the battery charger.

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3. Charging

䡬 When the battery is connected to the battery charger, charging will commence and the

pilot lamp will light in red. (See Table 2)

NOTE: If the pilot lamp flickers in red, pull out the plug from the receptacle and check

if the battery is properly mounted.

䡬 When the battery is fully charged, the pilot lamp will bilink in red slowly. (At 1-second

intervals) (See Table 2)

Table 2

Indications of the pilot lamp

Before charging

Blinks (RED)

Lights for 0.5 seconds. Does not light for

0.5 seconds. (off for 0.5 seconds)

While charging

Charging complete

Charging impossible

Lights (RED)

Blinks (RED)

Flickers (RED)

Lights (GREEN)

Lights continuously

Lights for 0.5 seconds. Does not light for

0.5 seconds. (off for 0.5 seconds)

Lights for 0.1 seconds. Does not light for

0.1 seconds. (off for 0.1 seconds)

Lights continuously

Malfunction in the battery or the charger

The battery temperature is high, making recharging impossible.

䡬 Regarding the temperature of the rechargeable battery.

The temperatures for rechargeable batteries are as shown in the table below, and batteries that have become hot should be cooled for a while before being recharged.

Table 3

Rechargeable batteries

Temperature at which the battery can be recharged

EB712S, EB7S, EB912S, EB9S, EB914, EB9B, EB1212S, EB12S, EB1214L, EB12B, EB1220BL,

23°F — 131°F (–5°C — 55°C)

EB1412S, EB1414, EB14B

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䡬 Regarding recharging time

Table 4 shows the recharging time required according to the type of battery.

Table 4 Recharging time (approx. min.) at 20°C

Battery

voltage (V)

7.2 EB712S, EB7S ––– –––

9.6

14.4 EB1412S, EB1414 EB14B

NOTE: The recharing time may vary according to the ambient temperature and the

EB912S, EB9S EB914

EB1212S, EB12S EB1214L

power supply voltage.

1.2–1.4 Ah 2.0 Ah

Battery capacity (Ah)

EB9B

30 min.

EB12B, EB1220BL

50 min.

4. Disconnect battery charger from the receptacle.

CAUTION: Do not pull the plug out of the receptacle by pulling on the cord. Make sure to grasp the plug when removing from receptacle to avoid damaging cord.

5. Remove the battery from the battery charger.

Supporting the battery charger with hand, pull out the battery from the battery charger.

Regarding electric discharge in case of new batteries, etc.

As the internal chemical substance of new batteries and batteries that have not been used for an extended period is not activated, the electric discharge might be low when using them the first and second time. This is a temporary phenomenon, and normal time required for recharging will be restored by recharging the batteries 2 – 3 times.

How to make the batteries perform longer.

䡬 Recharge the batteries before they become completely exhausted.

When you feel that the power of the tool becomes weaker, stop using the tool and recharge its battery. If you continue to use the tool and exhaust the electric current, the battery may be damaged and its life will become shorter.

䡬 Avoid recharging at high temperatures.

A rechargeable battery will be hot immediately after use. If such a battery is recharged immediately after use, its internal chemical substance will deteriorate, and the battery life will be shortened. Leave the battery and recharge it after it has cooled for a while.

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CAUTION:

䢇 When the battery charger has been continuosly used, the battery charger will be heated,

thus constituting the cause of the failures. Once the charging has been completed, give 15 minutes rest until the next charging.

䢇 If the battery is rechraged when it is warm due to battery use or exposure to sunlight,

the pilot lamp may light in green. The battery will not be recharged. In such a case, let the battery cool before charging.

䢇 When the pilot lamp flickers in red (at 0.2–second intervals), check for and take out

any foreign objects in the charger’s battery installation hole. If there are no foreign objects, it is probable that the battery or charger is malfunctioning. Take it to your authorized Service Center.

BEFORE USE

Check the work area to make sure that it is clear of debris and clutter. Clear the area of unnecessary personnel. Ensure that lighting and ventilation is adequate.

MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

CAUTION: Pull out battery before doing any inspection or maintenance.

1. Check the Screws

Loose screws are dangerous. Regularly inspect them and make sure they are tight.

CAUTION: Using this battery charger with loosened screws is extremely dangerous.

2. Check for Dust

Dust may be removed with a soft cloth or a cloth dampened with soapy water. Do not use bleach, chlorine, gasoline or thinner, for they may damage the plastics.

3. Service parts list

CAUTION: Repair, modification and inspection of Hitachi Power Tools must be carried out by an

Hitachi Authorized Service Center. This Parts List will be helpful if presented with the tool to the Hitachi Authorized Service Center when requesting repair or other maintenance. In the operation and maintenance of power tools, the safety regulations and standards prescribed in each country must be observed.

MODIFICATIONS:

Hitachi Power Tools are constantly being improved and modified to incorporate the latest technological advancements. Accordingly, some parts (i.e. code numbers and/or design) may be changed without prior notice.

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