Husqvarna QC80 Batteries and Chargers User Manual

Husqvarna QC80 Batteries and Chargers

Product Information

The product is a battery-powered tool that comes with a battery, battery charger, and an operator’s manual. The tool is available in three models: QC80, QC80F, and QC250. The package includes a battery, LED indicator for the state of charge, warning LED, battery indicator button, battery charger, charging LED, power plug, 12 V power outlet plug, and operator’s manual. The product is compliant with applicable EC directives and UK regulations. The product or package of the product should not be disposed of as domestic waste and must be recycled at an appropriate disposal location for electrical and electronic equipment.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Definitions: The product manual includes warnings, cautions, and notes that are used to highlight important parts of the manual. It is essential to read all safety warnings and instructions before using the product.

Charging the Battery
CAUTION: Ensure that the battery, battery charger, and terminals on the battery are clean and dry. Do not put the battery in the battery charger if it is dirty or wet.

1. Connect the battery charger to a power outlet. The charging LED flashes one time.
2. Connect the battery to the battery charger. The charging LED comes on.
3. Remove the battery from the battery charger when it is fully charged. Push the battery indicator button for battery status. When all the LED indicators come on, the battery is fully charged.

CAUTION: Only connect the battery charger to a power outlet with the voltage and frequency specified on the rating plate.

Troubleshooting

CAUTION: Do not keep the battery charger connected.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1. Battery
2. LED indicator for the state of charge
3. Warning LED
4. Battery indicator button
5. Battery charger
6. Charging LED
7. Power plug
8. 12 V power outlet plug
9. Operator’s manual

SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT

Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to certification requirements for some commercial areas.

SAFETY DEFINITIONS

Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially important parts of the manual.

• WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or death for the operator or bystanders if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
• CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage to the product, other materials or the adjacent area if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
• Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in a given situation.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to obey the warnings and instructions may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Note: Save all warnings and instructions.

• Only use the battery chargers QC80, QC80F or QC250 to charge Husqvarna original batteries. The batteries are software encrypted.
• Do not use non-rechargeable batteries.
•  Do not try to disassemble or repair the battery charger.
• Do not connect the battery charger terminals to metal objects.
• Use an approved grounded mains socket that is not damaged.
•  Regularly examine that the power cord is not damaged. Immediately disconnect the battery charger if the power cord is damaged.
•  If the power cord is damaged, let an approved service agent replace the power cord.
• Do not try to disassemble or repair the battery charger.
• Do not connect the battery charger terminals to metal objects.
• Use an approved grounded mains socket that is not damaged.
• Regularly examine that the power cord is not damaged. Immediately disconnect the battery charger if the power cord is damaged.
• If the power cord is damaged, let an approved service agent replace the power cord.
• Do not use a defective or damaged battery charger or battery.
•  Do not use the battery charger when there is a risk of lightning.
• Only use the battery charger indoors in an environment with good airflow and the correct temperature.
• Keep the battery charger away from sunlight. Do not use the battery charger outdoors or in wet conditions.
• Do not operate the battery charger with wet hands.
•  Do not use the battery charger near flammable materials or materials that can cause corrosion. Pull out the power plug to the battery charger if there is smoke or fire.
• Do not put a cover on the battery charger during operation.
• Use QC80 and QC250 to charge the battery in a mains socket. Use QC80F to charge the battery in a 12 V power outlet in a vehicle.
• Disconnect the battery charger from the mains socket or the 12 V power outlet after use.
• Do not keep the battery charger connected.
• 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.

OPERATION

Use the battery charger only when the ambient temperature is between 5 °C (41 °F) and 40 °C (104 °F).

To charge the battery
CAUTION: Make sure that the battery, the battery charger and the terminals on the battery are clean and dry. Do not put the battery in the battery charger if it is dirty or wet.

1. Connect the battery charger to a power outlet. The charging LED flashes 1 time.
   CAUTION: Only connect the battery charger to a power outlet with the voltage and frequency specified on the rating plate.

2. Connect the battery to the battery charger. The charging LED comes on.

3. Remove the battery from the battery charger when it is fully charged. Push the battery indicator button for battery status. When all the LED indicators come on, the battery is fully charged.

4. Pull the power plug to disconnect the battery charger from the power outlet. Do not pull the power cord.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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The charging LED flashes red (QC80 and QC80F).|

Temperature deviation, the battery is too cold or too hot to use or charge.

| Let the battery cool down or warm it up. When the battery has the correct temperature, it can be used or charged again. Use the battery charger in ambient tem- peratures between 5 °C (41 °F) and 40 °C (104 °F).
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The charging LED flashes green (QC250)
The charging LED flashes red (QC250).| Faulty battery| Speak to your dealer
Battery charger does not oper- ate and charging LED is off (QC80F).| Blown fuse.| Replace the blown fuse in the 12 V power plug. Remove the screw, open the power plug and change the fuse.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

• Safely attach the product during transportation to prevent damage and accidents.
•  Keep the product in a locked area to prevent access for children or persons that are not approved.
• Put the product in a dry, frost-free and clean space with correct temperature.
• Put the product in storage where the temperature is between 5 °C (41 °F) and 25 °C (77 °F). Keep the product away from sunlight.
• Keep the battery away from the battery charger during storage.

DISPOSAL

Husqvarna products are not domestic waste and must only be discarded as given in this manual.

• Obey the local disposal requirements and applicable regulations.
• Recycle the battery charger and package at an applicable disposal location.
• Speak to your local Husqvarna dealer for more information on how to recycle and discard the battery.

TECHNICAL DATA

For technical data, refer to the rating plate of the battery charger.

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