jcb JCB-FCH20LI2 Safety And Operating Manual

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Safety and operating manual

Battery Charger
JCB-FCH20LI2

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WARNING: Read all safety
warnings and all

instructions.Failure to follow the

warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.

Save all warnings and
instructions for future
reference.

This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with
the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.

If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.

Additional safety instructions
for your Battery Charger

1. Before charging, read the
instructions.

2. After charging, disconnect the
battery charger from the supply
mains. Then remove the chassis
connection and then the battery

connection.

3. Do not charge a leaking battery.

4. Do not use chargers for works
other than those for which they are
designed.

5. Before charging, ensure your
charger is matching the local AC
supply.

6. For indoor use, or do not expose
to rain.

7. The charging device must be
protected from moisture.

8. Do not use the charging device
in the open.

9. Do not short out the contacts of
battery or charger.

10. Respect the polarity “+/-“ when
charging.

11. Do not open the unit and keep
out of the reach of children.

12. Do not charge the batteries of
other manufactures or ill-suited
models.

13. Ensure that the connection
between the battery charger and
battery is correctly positioned and is
not obstructed by foreign bodies.

14. Keep battery charger’s slots are
free of foreign objects and protect
against dirt and humidity. Store in a
dry and frost-free place.

15. When charging batteries, ensure
that the battery charger is in a well­ventilated area and away from
inflammable materials. Batteries
can get hot during charging. Do not

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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overcharge any batteries. Ensure
that batteries and chargers are not
left unsupervised during charging.

16. Do not recharge non­rechargeable batteries, as they can
overheat and break.

17. Longer life and better
performance can be obtained if the
battery pack is charged when the air
temperature is between 18OC and
24OC. Do not charge the battery pack
in air temperatures below 4.5OC, or
above 40.5OC. This is important as it
can prevent serious damage to the
battery pack.

18. Charge only battery pack of the
same model provided by JCB and of
models recommended by JCB.

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SYMBOLS

For indoor use only

Read the operator’s manual.

Fuse
T 3.15A time lag fuse with rated current of 3.15A

Positive terminal

Negative terminal

Double insulation

This product has been marked with a symbol
relating to removing electric and electronic
waste. This means that this product shall not be
discarded with household waste but that it shall
be returned to a collection system which conforms
to the European Directive 2012/19/EU. It will then
be recycled or dismantled in order to reduce the
impact on the environment. Electric and electronic
equipment can be hazardous for the environment
and for human health since they contain hazardous
substances.

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1. BATTERY PACK*

2. CHARGER

3. CHARGE INDICATOR LIGHT

COMPONENT LIST

*Optional accessories
Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in
standard delivery.

We recommend that you purchase your accessories from the same store that
sold you the tool. Use good quality accessories marked with a well-known
brand name. Choose the type according to the work you intend to undertake.
Refer to the accessory packaging for further details. Store personnel can
assist you and offer advice.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Rated Input voltage 100 - 240V ~ 50/60Hz

Output voltage 14.4 - 20 V

Charging current 3A

Rated Input power 78W

Charge battery Li-ion

Normal charging time 75min

Protection class

/II

Machine weight 0.54Kg

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CHARGING PROCEDURE

NOTE: Before using the

tool, read the instruction

book carefully.

CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS

1. CHARGING YOUR
BATTERY PACK

Warning:

The charger and battery
pack are specifically designed to
work together so do not attempt to
use any other devices. Never insert
or allow metallic objects into your
charger or battery pack connections
because an electrical failure and
hazard will occur.

2. BEFORE USING YOUR
CORDLESS TOOL

Your battery pack is UNCHARGED
and you must charge once before
use. When you charge the new
battery or one which has not been
used for long periods of time, it may
not reach full charge until after you
have discharged it fully in use and
recharge it several times.

3. HOW TO CHARGE YOUR
BATTERY
CHARGING PROCEDURE

1) Plug the charger into an
appropriate outlet. The light will be
green.

2) Slide the battery pack into the

charger, the light will turn to red to
indicate the charging process has
started.

3) When charging is completed,
the light will turn to green. The pack
is now fully charged, unplug the
charger and remove the battery
pack.

Warning:

When battery charge runs
out after continuously use or
exposure to direct sunlight or
heat, allow time for the tool to
cool down before re-charging to
achieve the full charge.

CHARGING INDICATOR

This charger is designed to detect
some problems that can arise
with battery packs. Indicator lights
indicate problems (see table below).
If this occurs, insert a new battery
pack to determine if the charger
is OK. If the new battery charges
correctly, then the original pack is
defective and should be returned
to a service center or recycling
service center. If the new battery
pack displays the same problem
as the original Battery Pack, have
the charger tested at an authorized
service center.

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Indicator

ON/
OFF
flash

Status

Red on

Charging

Red flash

- - - - -

Defective
Battery

Green on

Fully Charged

Green flash

- - - - - -

Hot/Cold
Delay

HOT/COLD BATTERY PACK
DELAY

This charger has a HOT/COLD
battery pack delay feature. When
the charger detects a battery
pack that is too hot or cold (the
light will be green and flash),
it automatically starts a HOT/
COLD Pack Delay, and suspends
charging until the battery pack has
reached the correct temperature.
The charging process will then
automatically begin (the light
will be red). This feature ensures
maximum battery life.

LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK
IN THE CHARGER

If a fully charged battery pack is
left in the charger, the logo will
remain green. The battery pack
will remain charging with a trickle

current.
NOTE: A battery pack will slowly
lose its charge when kept out of
the charger or left in an unplugged
charger for a long time. It may
need to be recharged before use.

WEAK BATTERY PACKS

This charger will detect a weak
battery pack. When a weak battery
pack is inserted into the charger,
the charger will try to repair it. This
process will last about 30mins (the
light will be red). When the repair is
finished, it will automatically begin
to charge the battery pack to the
highest capacity possible (the light
will be red). If the light becomes
flash, indicating the battery pack is
dead.
NOTE: Repaired battery packs
are still usable but should not be
expected to perform as much work
as new battery packs.

IMPORTANT CHARGING
NOTES:

1. For a new battery or a battery
that has been in storage for
sometime, please recharge the
battery before use. If you want to
store the battery for a long time,
please fully charge the battery
pack to ensure maximum battery
life.

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2. Longer life and better
performance can be obtained if
the battery pack is charged when
the air temperature is between 18O
C and 24O C. Do not charge the
battery pack in air temperatures
below 4.5O C, or above 40.5O C.
This is important as it can prevent
serious damage to the battery
pack.

3. Never freeze your charger or
immerse charger in water or any
other liquid.

4. When the battery pack fails to
produce sufficient power on jobs
that were previously done easily,
please recharge you battery, do
not continue to use under this
condition. You may charge a
partially used pack whenever you
desire with no adverse affect on
the battery pack.

5. When charging it is normal that
the charger and battery pack may
become warm to touch.

6. If the battery pack does not
charge properly:
a. Check current at power outlet
by plugging in another appliance.
b. Plug and unplug to check
whether the charger is ok
c. Check whether the battery has
been damaged
d. Move the charger and battery
pack to a location where the
surrounding air temperature is
approximately 18O C -24O C.
e. If the charging problem persists,

take the tool, battery pack and
charger to an authorized service
center.
f. Under certain conditions, when
the charger is plugged into
the power supply, the exposed
charging contacts inside the
charger can be shorted by foreign
material. Foreign materials of a
conductive nature such as metallic
particles should be kept away from
charger cavities. Always unplug
the charger from the power supply
when there is no battery pack in
the charger or before attempting to
clean.

4. TO REMOVE OR
INSTALL BATTERY PACK

Locate latches on side of battery
pack and depress both sides to
release battery pack from your
tool. Remove battery pack from
your tool. After recharge insert the
battery pack into the battery port.
A simple push and slight pressure
will be sufficient.

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PROBLEM SOLUTION

I CANNOT FIT THE BATTERY INTO THE BATTERY CHARGER.
WHY?

a) Check if the charger and the battery pack are specifically designed for working
together.
b) The battery can be inserted into the charger only in one direction. Turn the battery
around until it can be inserted into the slot, the indicator light should be red when the
battery is charging.

REASONS FOR DIFFERENT CHARGING TIMES

The charging time can be affected by many reasons which are not defects in your
product.
a) If the battery pack is only partly discharged it may be re-charged in less than 1
hour.
b) If the battery pack and ambient temperature are very cold then re-charging may
take 1-1.5 hours.
c) If the battery pack is very hot it will not re-charge because the internal
temperature safety cutout will prevent it. If the battery pack is very hot you must
remove your battery pack from the charger and allow your battery pack to cool
first to ambient temperature and then recharging can be started.

MAINTENANCE

Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
Your tool requires no additional lubrication or maintenance. Never use water or
chemical cleaners to clean your tool. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Always store
your tool in a dry place.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

This product has been marked with a symbol relating to removing electric
and electronic waste. This means that this product shall not be discarded

with household waste but that it shall be returned to a collection system which
conforms to the European Directive 2012/19/EU. It will then be recycled or dismantled
in order to reduce the impact on the environment. Electric and electronic equipment
can be hazardous for the environment and for human health since they contain
hazardous substances.

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PLUG REPLACEMENT (UK & IRELAND ONLY)

If you need to replace the fitted plug then follow the instructions below.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:

Blue – Neutral
Brown – Live

As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond
with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows. The wire which is colored blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with N. The wire which is colored brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with L.

Warning:

Never connect live or neutral wires to the earth terminal of the plug. Only fit

an approved BS1363/A plug and the correct rated fuse.

Note:

If a moulded plug is fitted and has to be removed take great care in

disposing of the plug and severed cable, it must be destroyed to prevent
engaging into a socket.

13 Amp fuse approved
to BS1362

Connect
Blue to N
(neutral)

Outer sleeve

rmly clamped

Brown L(live)

Cable grip

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

A product of hard work

In every corner of the world you'll find a JCB machine. Since our beginnings in
1945, we have always invested heavily in research and development, keeping JCB
at the cutting edge of innovation. Today, JCB has some of the finest engineering
facilities across the globe, producing a range of over 300 machines and maintains
a reputation for unrivaled customer service. The same innovation to always get
the job done better, the same quality to never let you down, the same engineering
heritage and expertise that you can trust, can be found in JCB Power Tools.
JCB power tools are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 3
years from the date of purchase.
If your JCB power tool becomes defective within this warranty period, we
guarantee to:

• Replace or repair all defective parts, free of charge, or

• Repair products free of charge, or

• Replace the unit with a new or re-conditioned unit, free of charge.

Conditions

Your 3 year guarantee does not cover defects caused by or resulting from:

• overload, misuse, or neglect

• normal wear and tear, including accessory wear

• hire use

• repairs attempted by anyone other than an authorised agent

• damage caused by foreign objects, substances or accidents
Your 3 year guarantee does not cover:

• battery packs as they are guaranteed for a 12 month period

• accessories supplied with the power tool.

Warranty claims

For guarantee claims, please contact JCB Customer Services. You will be required
to submit proof of purchase.

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Terms

This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. JCB SO53 3LE (Registered in
England under No. 973387).

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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We,

Positec Power Tools (Europe) Ltd, PO Box 152,

Leeds, LS10 9DS, UK

Declare that the product

Description

JCB Battery Charger

Type

(JCB-ACG118J2)

Complies with the following Directives,

EC Low Voltage Directive

2006/95/EC

EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

2004/108/EC

RoHS Directive

2011/65/EU

Standards conform to

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-29

EN 55014-1

EN 55014-2
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3

EN 62233

The person authorised to compile the technical file,

Name: Russell Nicholson

Address: Positec Power Tools (Europe) Ltd, PO Box 152,

Leeds, LS10 9DS, UK

2014/11/25

Allen Ding

Deputy Chief Engineer,Testing & Certification