MasterCraft 054-3166-0, 054-3168-6 Owner's Manual

MULTI-CHARGER

FOR 12 TO 18V NI-CD OR LI-ION BATTERIES

054-3169-4

Owner’s Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Input:

120 V, 60 Hz

Output:

18V DC, 2A for Ni-Cd batteries
20V DC, 2A for Li-ion batteries

Optimum charging
temperature:

0 to 45°C (32 to 113°F)

Battery types:

Mastercraft® 12V Ni-Cd (054-3166-0)
Mastercraft® 18V Ni-Cd (054-3168-6)

Charging times:

1-hour

Weight:

1 lb 1 oz (0.48 kg)

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Call us on our toll free customer support line:
1-800-689-9928

 Technical questions
 Replacement parts
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Imported by Mastercraft Canada Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8

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WARNING: Only use the charger

supplied to charge the Mastercraft® 12V
Ni-Cd (054-3166-0) or 18V Ni-Cd (054-3168-6).
Charging any other batteries may damage
the charger and possibly cause serious
injury.

Do not store or carry the battery where metal
objects could contact the exposed metal end of
the battery. Do not place the battery in aprons,
pockets, drawers, etc. with loose nails, screws,
keys etc. The battery could short circuit causing
a fire, personal injury or damage to the battery.

Do not attempt to open the battery for any
reason. If the housing of the battery breaks or
cracks, immediately discontinue use and do not
recharge.

Do not charge the battery if it is wet or shows
any evidence of corrosion.

A small leakage from the battery may occur
under extreme usage, charging or temperature
conditions. This does not indicate a failure.
However, if the outer seal is broken and this
leakage gets on your skin, follow these steps:

1. Wash immediately with soap and water.

2. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon
juice or vinegar.

3. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush
immediately with clean water for a
minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical
attention.

NOTE: The battery liquid is slightly acidic.
Do not incinerate the battery; it can explode in a

fire.
Do not use an extension cord; plug the charger

cord directly into an electrical outlet.
Use the charger only in a standard

120V, 60Hz electrical outlet.
NOTE: Square wave output inverters may
damage this charger and the battery.

Do not use the charger in wet or damp
conditions. It is intended for indoor use only. Do
not use the charger near sinks or
tubs. Do not immerse the charger in water.

Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of a
table or counter or touch hot surfaces. The
charger should be placed away from sinks and
hot surfaces.

Do not use the charger to charge any batteries
other than the cordless drill batteries. Other
batteries may explode.

Do not operate charger if the cord or plug is
damaged. Replace the damaged cord and plug
immediately.

Do not operate the charger if it has received a
sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise
damaged in any way. Have a qualified
technician examine the charger and repair it if
necessary. Do not disassemble the charger.

Do NOT charge the batteries when the work
area or the battery temperature is at or below
0°C (32°F) or above 45°C (113°F).

Unplug the charger when not in use and before
cleaning or maintenance.

BATTERY PACK RECYCLING
To preserve our natural resources, please

recycle or dispose of batteries properly.
The batteries charged by this charger may

contain chemicals and metals that are harmful
to the environment. Never dispose of re­chargeable batteries in your normal household
garbage or in landfill sites as they will add to the
pollution of the environment.

Please call 1-800-822-8837 for the location of
your nearest RBRC battery recycling location.

BATTERY & CHARGER SAFETY

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