RIDGID 140276002 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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DUAL PORT BATTERY CHARGER

Model No. 140276002

Fits all RIDGID
slide battery packs

Your dual port charger has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal
injury.

n Before using battery charger, read all instructions and

cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger,
battery, and product using battery to prevent misuse of
the products and possible injury or damage.

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to the charger and battery, charge only nickel­cadmium rechargeable batteries as specifically
designated on your charger. Other types of
batteries may burst, causing personal injury or
damage.

n Do not use charger outdoors or expose to wet or damp

conditions. Water entering charger will increase the risk

of electric shock.

n 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. Following this

rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.

n Do not abuse cord or charger. Never use the cord to

carry the charger. Do not pull the charger cord rather than
the plug when disconnecting from receptacle. Damage
to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric
shock hazard. Replace damaged cords immediately.

n Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped

on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges or

moving parts, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress. This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which

could cause injury, and damage to the cord, which could
result in electric shock.

n Keep cord and charger from heat to prevent damage

to housing or internal parts.

n Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products,

etc., come in contact with plastic parts. They contain

chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plas­tic.

n Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or

plug, which could cause shorting and electric shock. If

damaged, have the charger replaced by an authorized
serviceman.

n Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,

been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take

it to an authorized serviceman for electrical check to de­termine if the charger is in good working order.

n Do not disassemble charger. Take it to an authorized

serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

n Unplug charger from outlet before attempting any

maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock.

n Disconnect charger from the power supply when

not in use. This will reduce the risk of electric shock or

damage to the charger if metal items should fall into the
opening. It also will help prevent damage to the charger
during a power surge.

n Risk of electric shock. Do not touch uninsulated portion

of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.

n Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you
loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also
to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

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SYMBOLS

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Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation
of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Wet Conditions Alert

Read The Operator’s Manual

Eye Protection

Safety Alert

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields,
or a full face shield when operating this product.

Precautions that involve your safety.

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Charger Voltage.................................................................................................... 9.6 Volt, 12 Volt, 14.4 Volt, and 18 Volt DC

Charger Input ....................................................................................................................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only

Charge Rate .......................................................................................................................................................... 30 minutes

KNOW YOUR DUAL PORT CHARGER

See Figure 1.

Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety rules.

Fig. 1

CHARGER

The charger has a “key hole” hanging feature for convenient,
space saving storage. Screws should be installed so that
the center distance is 4-1/8 in.

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