BOSCH BC1880 18V Lithium Ion Battery Charger Instruction Manual

BOSCH BC1880 18V Lithium Ion Battery Charger

Safety Symbols

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.

| 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.
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| DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
| WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
| CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS “SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS”

Charger Safety Rules

1. This manual contains instructions for battery charger model BC1880. Do not substitute any other charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery pack, and (3) product using battery.
3. CAUTION — To reduce the risk of injury, charge only Bosch or AMPShare rechargeable batteries listed on page 5. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
4. Charge battery pack in temperatures above +32 degrees F (0 degrees C) and below +113 degrees F (45 degrees C). Store tool and battery pack in locations where temperatures will not exceed 120 degrees F (49 degrees C). This is important to prevent serious damage to the battery cells.
5. Do not recharge battery in damp or wet environment. Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Water entering battery charger may result in electric shock or fire.
6. Battery leakage may occur under extreme usage or temperature conditions. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. The battery liquid is caustic and could cause chemical burns to tissues. If liquid comes in contact with skin, wash quickly with soap and water. If the liquid contacts your eyes, flush them with water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical attention.
7. Place charger on flat nonflammable surfaces and away from flammable materials when recharging battery pack. Carpeting and other heat insulating surfaces block proper air circulation which may cause overheating of the charger and battery pack. If smoke or melting of the charger or battery pack is observed, unplug the charger immediately and do not use the battery pack or charger. Contact customer service immediately.
8. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. Damaged plug and cord may result in electric shock or fire.
9. Disconnect the charger by pulling the plug rather than the cord. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug; have them replaced immediately. Damaged plug or cord may result in electric shock or fire.
10. Do not insert battery pack in charger if battery pack case is cracked. Using damaged battery pack may result in electric shock or fire.
11. Do not disassemble charger or operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in anyway. Incorrect reassembly or damage may result in electric shock or fire.
12. Before each use, check the battery charger, cable and plug. If damage is detected, do not use the battery charger. Never open the battery charger yourself, take it to a Bosch Factory Service Center, or qualified serviceman only using original spare parts. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
13. Do not use attachments not recommended or sold by Bosch. Using attachments not recommended may result in electric shock or fire.
14. Do not store battery pack in charger. Battery pack stored in charger over a long period of time could lead to battery pack damage and fire.
15. Unplug charger from outlet before storage, preventive safety measures reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
16. Keep the battery charger clean by blowing compressed air on charger vents and wiping the charger housing with a damp cloth. Contamination may result in electric shock or fire.
17. Replace battery pack if a substantial drop in operating time per charge is observed. Battery pack may be nearing the end of its life.

attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Such

Battery Care
When batteries are not in tool or charger, keep them away from metal objects. For example, to protect terminals from shorting DO NOT place batteries in a tool box or pocket with nails, screws, keys, etc. Fire or injury may result.
DO NOT PUT BATTERIES INTO FIRE OR EXPOSE TO

Battery Disposal

Do not attempt to disas-semble the battery or remove any component projecting from the battery terminals. Fire or injury may result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting.

Lithium-ion Batteries

If equipped with a lithium-ion battery, the battery must be collected, recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.
“The EPA certified RBRC Battery Recycling Seal on the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery indicates Robert Bosch Tool Corporation is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and
recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program provides a convenient alterative to placing used Li-ion batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on Liion battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area, or return your batteries to a Skil/Bosch/ Dremel Service Center for recycling. Robert Bosch Tool Corporation’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.”

Extension Cords

AN EXTENSION CORD SHOULD NOT BE USED UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire and electrical shock. If an extension cord is used, make sure:

• a. The pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger.
• b. The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
• c. The wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below:
• d. An extension cord is a temporary solution. Move the charger to a standard receptacle as soon as the job has been completed.
  Length of Cord, Feet| 25| 50| 100| 150
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  AWG Size of Cord| 18| 16| 16| 14

Important Charging Notes

1. The charger was designed to fast charge the battery only when the battery temperature is between 32˚F (0˚C) and 113˚F (45˚C). If the battery pack is too hot or too cold, the charger will not begin charging the battery.
   (This may happen if the battery pack is hot from heavy use). Once the battery temperature returns to its safe charging temperature, between 32°F (0°C) and 113°F (45°C), the charger will automatically begin charging.

2. A substantial drop in operating time per charge may mean that the battery pack is nearing the end of its life and should be replaced.

3. Remember to unplug charger during storage period.

4. If battery does not charge properly:
   a. Check for voltage at outlet by plugging in some other electrical device.
   b. Check to see if outlet is connected to a light switch which turns power “off” when lights are turned off.
   c. Check battery pack terminals and charger connectors for dirt. Clean with cotton swab and alcohol if necessary.
   d. If you still do not get proper charging, take or send tool, battery pack and charger to your local Bosch Service Center. See “Tools, Electric” in the Yellow Pages for names and addresses.
   Note : Use of chargers or battery packs not sold by Bosch will void the warranty.

FCC Caution

The manufacturer is not responsible for radio interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Charging Battery Pack

Plug charger cord into your standard power outlet.
With no battery pack inserted, the charger’s green indicator light will go ON. This indicates the charger is receiving power and the charger is ready for operation.
When you insert the battery pack into the charger. The charger’s green indicator light will begin to “BLINK”. This indicates that the battery is receiving a fast charge.

Once approximately 80% battery capacity has been reached, the blinking of green light will slow down, indicating that fast charging is now complete. If battery remains in charger, the charging process is completed in Long Life charging mode.
The purpose of the rapidly “BLINKING” green light is to indicate that the battery pack is fast-charging. It does not indicate the exact point of full charge. The light will stop blinking when battery is fully charged.

Continuous green battery charger light indicates that the battery is fully charged. However, the battery pack may be used at any time, even if the green light is still blinking.

A steady red indicator light means that the battery pack is outside the proper temperature ranges (too hot or too cold) so the charger will not begin the charging process. Charging (Fast or long Life Charging Mode) is only possible when the temperature range of the battery pack is between 32°F (0°C) and 113°F (45°C). When needed, the internal fan of the charger will turn on to aid the charging process and speed.

As soon as the battery pack reaches the correct temperature range, the battery charger will automatically switch to fast charging.

If the red indicator light is “BLINKING”, the battery pack cannot accept a charge. This may be due to the contacts on the charger or battery pack is contaminated, the battery pack itself may be defective, or battery may be wrong type for this charger.

• Check to see if the battery is compatible with charger by checking charger Warning label.
• If applicable, insert another compatible battery pack into charger to verify charger is working properly.
• Clean the contacts of the charger or battery pack (e. g. by using a cotton swab and alcohol on battery and charger terminals or inserting and removing the battery several times) or replace the battery pack, as required.
  When the battery pack is fully charged, unplug the charger (unless you’re charging another battery pack) and slip the battery pack back into the tool.

Cord Reel Feature

The charger is equipped with a cord channel reel, which will allow the user to wrap the power cord around charger when not in use ( Fig. 1 ).

This charger will only charge the following batteries :
18 V: BAT600 – BAT650, WCBAT612 – WCBAT625; Bosch or AMPShare
For most up to date battery compatibility, please refer to www.boschtools.com

Charger voltage rating : 120 V~ 60 Hz

Limited Warranty of Bosch Portable and Benchtop Power Tools (“Limited

Warranty”)

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation (“Bosch”, “we” or “our”) warrants to the original end-user purchaser only that each BOSCH®-branded portable and benchtop power tool and battery (each, a “Product”) will be free from defects in material or workmanship for the period of time listed in the chart below for the “Product Category” applicable for such Product (as applicable, the “Warranty Period”):

years from the date of purchase
18V Power Tool Batteries| Three (3) years from the date of purchase
12V Cordless Power Tools and 12V Chargers| One (1) year from the date of purchase
12V Power Tool Batteries| One (1) year from the date of purchase
Corded Portable Power Tools and Corded Benchtop Power Tools| One (1) year from the date of purchase

OUR SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, under any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been abused, misused, carelessly handled, or repaired by persons other than
Bosch or a Bosch Authorized Service Center.
Normal wear and tear of your Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty. As a result, Product parts that may become worn or exhausted over time due to normal wear and tear (including, without limitation, air filters, blade clamps, brushes, bumpers, bumper cover washers, chucks, cords, driver belts, driver blades, isolators, lifters, o-rings, pistons, piston/driver assemblies, piston stops, saw shoes, seals, strikers, etc.), or any other service or repairs required due to normal wear and tear on a Product, are not covered by this Limited Warranty.
To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete Product, transportation prepaid, to any Bosch Factory Service Center or Bosch Authorized Service Center. Please include a dated proof of purchase with your Product so we can determine if your Product is within the Warranty Period. If you do not have the dated proof of purchase for the Product that is the subject of your claim, we will use the Product’s production code to determine whether the Product is within the Warranty Period. For locations of nearby Bosch Factory Service Centers or Bosch Authorized Service Centers, please use our service locator at https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/service/service- center-locator/. For more information on Limited Warranty performance, please contact our customer service at 1-877-267-2499.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO BOSCH®-BRANDED:

1. MEASURING TOOLS,
2. ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES, DRILL BITS, ROUTER BITS, JIGSAW BLADES, SANDING BELTS, GRINDING WHEELS AND OTHER SIMILAR TYPES OF ITEMS; OR
3. CARRYING CASES OR CARRYING BAGS.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR A PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE SHORTER OF

1. THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD FOR SUCH PRODUCT/PRODUCT CATEGORY LISTED ABOVE,
   OR

2. SUCH DURATION AS WOULD OTHERWISE APPLY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW IF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WERE NOT OFFERED BY BOSCH.

SOME STATES IN THE U.S., AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES, DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
IN NO EVENT SHALL BOSCH BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITAITON, QUEBEC) DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PRODUCTS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND CANADA. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BOSCH® BRAND TOOL DEALER OR IMPORTER.

References

• Bosch Power Tools | Boschtools
• Service Center Locator | Boschtools

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