RIDGID RBC 20 Operator's Manual
Battery Charger
Operator’s Manual
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RBC 20 Advanced Lithium
WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Manual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of
this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents
Safety Symbols..............................................................................................................................................................1
General Safety Rules
Work Area Safety........................................................................................................................................................1
Electrical Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................1
Personal Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................1
Power Tool Use and Care ..........................................................................................................................................2
Service........................................................................................................................................................................2
Specific Safety Information
Battery Charger Safety ..............................................................................................................................................2
Battery Safety ............................................................................................................................................................3
Description and Specifications
Description..................................................................................................................................................................3
Specifications..............................................................................................................................................................3
Icons ..........................................................................................................................................................................3
Charger Inspection and Set-Up....................................................................................................................................3
Charging Procedure/Operating Instructions ..............................................................................................................4
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................................5
Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................................5
Storage ..........................................................................................................................................................................5
Battery Transport ..........................................................................................................................................................5
Service and Repair........................................................................................................................................................6
Disposal ........................................................................................................................................................................6
Battery Disposal............................................................................................................................................................6
LED Diagnostics............................................................................................................................................................7
Lifetime Warranty ........................................................................................................................................Back Cover
Original instructions
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General Safety Rules
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!
Work Area Safety
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate electrical devices in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flam mable liquids, gases, or dust. Electrical devices
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and by-standers away while oper-
ating electrical devices. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical Safety
• Tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified
plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur-
faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrig-
erators. There is an increased risk of electrical shock
if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose electrical devices to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering an electrical device will
increase the risk of electrical shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for car-
rying, pulling or unplugging the electrical device.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
• When operating electrical devices outdoors, use
an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
• If operating a electrical devices in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an GFCI
reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating electrical devices. Do
not use electrical devices while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating electrical
devices may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.
DANGER
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual contains
important information on the safe and proper operation of the equipment.
This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling or using this equipment to reduce
the risk of eye injury.
This symbol indicates a risk of electrical shock.
NOTICE
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mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
Power Tool Use and Care
• Do not force electrical device. Use the correct
electrical device for your application. The correct
electrical device will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use electrical device if the switch does
not turn it ON and OFF. Any electrical device that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the electrical device before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety mea-
sures reduce the risk of starting the electrical device
accidentally.
• Store idle electrical devices out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the electrical device or these instructions to operate the electrical device. Electrical devices are dan-
gerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain electrical devices. Check for misalign-
ment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the electrical device’s operation. If damaged, have the
electrical device re paired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained electrical devices.
• Use the electrical device and accessories etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the electrical device for opera-
tions different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
• Have your electrical device serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the electrical
deviceis maintained.
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Specific Safety Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety information
that is specific to this tool.
Read these precautions carefully before using the
battery charger to re duce the risk of electrical
shock or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Battery Charger Safety
• Charge only the RIDGID®rechargeable batteries
listed in the
Accessories Section
with the RIDGID
RBC 20 Advanced Lithium 18V Battery Charger.
Other types of batteries may burst causing personal
injury and property damage.
• Do not probe battery charger with conductive ob -
jects. Shorting of battery terminals may cause sparks,
burns or electrical shock.
• Do not insert battery into charger if charger has
been dropped or damaged in any way. Damaged
charger increases the risk of electrical shock.
• Charge battery in temperatures above 41°F (5°C)
and below +104°F (40°C). Store charger and battery
packs in temperatures above -4°F (-20°C) and
below +104°F (40°C). Proper care will prevent serious
damage to batteries. Improper care of batteries may
result in battery leakage, electrical shock or burns.
• Use an appropriate power source. Do not attempt
to use a step-up transformer, an engine generator
or DC power receptacle. May cause damage to
charger resulting in electrical shock, fire or burns.
• Do not allow anything to cover the charger while in
use. Proper ventilation is required for correct operation
of charger. Covering vents may result in fire. Allow a
minimum of 4" (10 cm) of clearance around the charger for proper ventilation.
• Unplug the charger when not in use. Reduces risk
of injury to children and untrained persons.
• Do not charge battery pack in damp, wet or explo-
sive environment. Do not expose to rain, snow or
dirt. Contaminants and moisture increase the risk of
electrical shock.
• Do not open the charger housing. Have repairs
performed only at authorized locations.
• Do not carry charger by power cord. Reduces risk
of electrical shock.
Specifications
Input ..............................Available for 120V AC or
230V AC
Output............................14.4V – 18V DC
Battery Type..................Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)
Input Current .................0.65A – 1.34A
Weight ...........................1.87 lb (0.85 kg)
Dimensions (LxWxH).....6.0" x 5.6" x 3.7"
(153 x 142 x 94 mm)
Charge Time
18V Advanced
Lithium Ion...................2.0 Ah = 45 min.
4.0 Ah = 60 min.
18V Lithium Ion ...........1.1 Ah = 35 to 40 min.
2.2 Ah = 70 to 75 min.
3.3 Ah = 105 to 110 min.
Cooling ..........................Passive convection cooling
(no fan)
NOTE! This charger is only compatible with the RIDGID
Li-Ion Batteries listed in the
Accessories
section.
Icons
Double Insulated
Charger Inspection and Set-Up
WARNING
Daily before use, inspect the charger and batteries
and correct any problems. Set up charger according to these procedures to reduce the risk of injury
from electric shock, fire and other causes, and to
prevent tool and system damage.
1. Make sure the charger is unplugged. Inspect the
power cord, charger and batteries for damage or
modifications, or broken, worn, missing, mis-aligned
or binding parts. If any problems are found, do not use
charger or batteries until the parts have been properly
repaired or replaced.
2. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the equipment as
described in the Maintenance section. This helps to
prevent the equipment from slipping from your grip
and allows proper ventilation as well as allowing any
cracks or damage to be seen.
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Battery Safety
• Properly dispose of the battery. Expo sure to high
temperatures can cause the battery to explode, so
do not dispose of in a fire. Place tape over the terminals to prevent direct contact with other objects. Some
countries have regulations concerning battery disposal. Please follow all applicable regulations. Also,
refer to
Disposal
section.
• Do not insert battery with cracked case into charg-
er. Damaged batteries increases the risk of electrical
shock.
• Never disassemble batteries. There are no user-
ser viceable parts inside the battery pack. Disas sem bling
batteries may cause electrical shock or personal injury.
• Avoid contact with fluids oozing from damaged
batteries. Fluids may cause burns or skin irritation.
Thoroughly rinse with water in case of accidental contact with fluid. Consult doctor if fluid comes into contact
with eyes.
The EC Declaration of Conformity (890-011-320.10) will
accompany this manual as a separate booklet when
required.
If you have any question concerning this RIDGID®product:
– Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
– Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find
your local RIDGID contact point.
– Contact RIDGID Technical Services Department at
rtctechservices@emerson.com, or in the U.S. and
Canada call (800) 519-3456.
Description and Specifications
Description
The RIDGID RBC 20 Advanced Lithium 18V Battery
Charger, when used with appropriate battery packs (batteries) listed in the
Acces sor ies Section
, is designed to
charge an 18V 2.0 Ah Advanced Lithium-Ion RIDGID
battery in approximately 45 minutes or an 18V 4.0 Ah
Advanced Lithium-Ion RIDGID battery in approximately 55
minutes. This charger requires no adjustments.
Figure 1 – RIDGID RBC 20 Advanced Lithium 18V Battery
Charger and Battery Pack
For Indoor Use Only
5. With dry hands, plug tool into the appropriate power
source.
6. This charger is provided with a convenient key hole
hanging feature if wall mounting is desired. Screws
should be installed at a center distance of 4" (102mm).
Charging Procedure/Operating
Instructions
WARNING
Always wear eye protection to protect your eyes
against dirt and other foreign objects.
Follow operating instructions to reduce the risk of
injury from electrical shock.
NOTE! New batteries reach their full capacity after ap -
proximately 5 charging and discharging cycles.
NOTE! It is not necessary to completely discharge a
battery pack before recharging.
1. Set up charger according to Charger Inspection and
Set-Up section.
2. While charger is in the standby “ready to charge”
mode, the yellow LED will blink continuously.
3. With dry hands insert the battery pack onto the charger. The battery pack will be charged automatically.
• The yellow LED may illuminate solid for up to 2
seconds while battery condition is checked.
• If the battery fails to make proper contact or the
battery or charger are damaged, a red LED will
blink with the light ON 95% of the time and OFF 5%
of the time (Fast Blink). Check battery contact by
removing and reinserting battery into charger.
• While the battery is charging, the green LED will
blink with the light ON 50% of the time and OFF
50% of the time (Slow Blink).
• The battery pack will become slightly warm to the
touch during charging. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem.
• When the battery charge level reaches 85% charged,
the green LED will change the blinking pattern to
95% ON and 5% OFF (Fast Blink). The battery
may be used in this condition if necessary. However,
leave the battery plugged in to attain 100% charge
level.
3. Check to see that all warning labels and decals on the
charger and batteries are intact and readable.
Figure
2
shows the warning label on the bottom of the charg-
er.
Figure 3
shows the labels on the bottom of a bat-
tery.
Figure 2 – Warning Label Location On Charger
Figure 3 – Warning Label Location On Battery
4. Select an appropriate location for the charger before
use. Check work area for:
• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
If present, do not work in area until sources have
been identified and corrected. Battery charger is not
explosion proof and can cause sparks.
• Clear, level, stable dry place for charger. Do not use
the machine in wet or damp areas.
• Proper operating temperature range. The charger
and battery must both be between 41°F (5°C) and
104°F (40°C) for charging to begin. If the temperature of either is outside this range at any point during charging, the operation will be suspended until
brought back into the correct temperature range.
• Appropriate power source. Check to see that the
plug fits correctly into the desired outlet.
• Sufficient ventilation area. The charger needs a
clear ance of at least 4" (10 cm) on all sides to maintain the proper operating temperature.
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4" (102mm)
Key Hole
Hanger
Slots
Storage
Store the charger and batteries in a dry,
secured, locked area that is out of reach of children and
people unfamiliar with proper charger operation.
The battery packs and charger should be protected
against hard impacts, moisture and humidity, dust and dirt,
extreme high and low temperatures, and chemical solutions and vapors.
Long term storage in the fully charged state,
the fully discharged state or in temperatures above 104°F
(40°C) can permanently reduce the capacity of a battery
pack.
Battery Transport
The battery is tested according to UN document
ST/SG/AC.10/11/ Rev/3 Part III, subsection 38.3. It has
effective protection against internal overpressure and
• If the battery pack or charger is too hot or cold, the
red LED will glow solid. Once the battery and charger are within the correct temperature range 41°F
(5°C) to 104°F (40°C), the red LED will stop. The
charging process will begin automatically and the
green LED will blink until the battery is fully charged.
4. When the battery is fully charged the green LED
glows solid. The battery may be removed and used.
See LED Diagnostic section for a complete description
of LED indicators.
• Once the battery is charged, it may remain on the
charger until it is ready to be used. There is no risk
of over-charging the battery. When the battery has
been fully charged, the charger automatically switches to retention charging.
5. With dry hands, unplug charger from outlet once
charging completes.
Cleaning
WARNING
Unplug charger and remove the battery before
cleaning. Do not use any water or chemicals to
clean charger or batteries to reduce the risk of
electrical shock.
Remove any dirt or grease from the exterior of the charger and battery pack with a cloth or soft, non-metallic
brush.
Accessories
WARNING
The following accessories have been de signed to
function with the RIDGID RBC 20 Advanced Lithium
Battery Charger. To prevent serious injury, use only
the accessories specifically designed and recommended for use with the RBC 20 Advanced Lithium
Battery Charger, such as those listed below. In cluded chargers and batteries are not compatitble
with other models of RIDGID Li-Ion batteries and
chargers.
For a complete listing of RIDGID attachments available for this charger, see the RIDGID Catalog on line
at www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu.
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Catalog Plug
No. Voltage Region Type
43458 120V USA, Canada and Mexico A
43333 230V Europe C
43468 120V China A
44418 230V Australia & Latin America I
44793 100V Japan A
44833 230V United Kingdom G
44798 — North America Charger Cord A
44808 — Europe Charger Cord C
44803 — China Charger Cord A
44813 — Australia & LA Charger Cord I
44818 — Japan Charger Cord A
44828 — United Kingdom Charger Cord G
RBC 20 Advanced Lithium Battery Chargers & Cords
NOTICE
Catalog
No. Capacity Region
44693 18V 2.0Ah North & Latin America, Australia
44698 18V 4.0Ah North & Latin America, Australia
43323 18V 2.0Ah Europe & China
43328 18V 4.0Ah Europe & China
31013 18V 1.1Ah North & Latin America, Australia
32743 18V 2.2Ah North & Latin America, Australia
31018 18V 3.3Ah North & Latin America, Australia
32473 18V 1.1Ah Europe & China
28218 18V 2.2Ah Europe & China
28448 18V 3.3Ah Europe & China
Battery Packs
All listed batteries will work with any model RBC 20 charger. The difference
between batteries for different regions is in label markings.
WARNING
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short circuiting as well as devices for the prevention of violent rupture and dangerous reverse current flow.
The lithium-equivalent content in the battery is below
applicable limit values. Therefore, the battery is not subject to national or international regulations pertaining to
dangerous mediums, neither as an individual component nor when inserted into a machine. However, the
regulations governing dangerous goods may be relevant
when transporting several batteries. In this case, it may be
necessary to comply with special conditions (e.g., concerning the packaging).
Service and Repair
WARNING
Improper service or repair can make the machine
unsafe to operate.
There are no user-serviceable parts for this charger or battery packs. Do not attempt to open charger or battery
cases, charge individual battery cells, or clean internal
components.
For information on your nearest RIDGID Independent
Service Center or any service or repair questions:
• Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
• Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find
your local Ridge Tool contact point
• Contact RIDGID Technical Services Department at
rtctechservices@emerson.com, or in the U.S. and
Canada call (800) 519-3456
Disposal
Parts of the unit contain valuable materials and can be
recycled. There are companies that specialize in recycling
that may be found locally. Dispose of the components in
compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact your
local waste management authority for more information.
For EC countries: Do not dispose of electrical
equipment with household waste!
According to the European Guideline
2002/96/EC for Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment and its implemen tation
into national legislation, electrical equipment
that is no longer usable must be collected separately
and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.
Battery Disposal
For USA and Canada: The RBRC™
(Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation) Seal on the battery packs
means that RIDGID has already paid
the cost of recycling the lithium-ion
battery packs once they have reached
the end of their useful life.
RBRC™, RIDGID
®
, and other battery suppliers have
developed programs in the USA and Canada to collect
and recycle rechargeable batteries. Normal and rechargeable batteries contain materials that should not be directly disposed of in nature, and contain valuable materials
that can be recycled. Help to protect the environment
and conserve natural resources by returning your used
batteries to your local retailer or an authorized RIDGID service center for recycling. Your local recycling center can
also provide you with additional drop off locations.
RBRC™ is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation.
For EC countries: Defective or used battery packs/bat teries must be recycled according to the guideline
91/157/EEC.
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LED Diagnostic
Solid Light
Meaning
Blinking Light
— Yellow Charger is plugged in with no battery installed -
ready to charge.
Yellow (2 sec.) — Battery condition being checked by charger.
— Green (Slow) Battery is being charged. Charge level <85%.
— Green (Fast) Battery is being charged. Charge level >85%.
Green — Battery fully charged.
— Red Battery is misaligned in charger. Remove battery
and reinsert onto charger.
Battery is damaged. See
Accessories Section
to
select an appropriate replacement battery. See
Recycling Section for disposal instructions.
Charger is damaged. See
Service and Repair
section for contact information.
Red — Battery or charger outside of charging range (41°F
(5°C) to 104°F (40°C)). Allow battery and charger to
reach temperature range by sitting in a conditioned
environment.
NO LEDs ON
Charger does not have power. Ensure that charger
is properly connected to electrical outlet.
Charger is not working properly. See
Service and
Repair Section
for contact information.
Charger
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