SKIL BY519701 20V Lithium Battery with Fuel Gauge Owner’s Manual

SKIL BY519701 20V Lithium Battery with Fuel Gauge

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR  FUTURE REFERENCE.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Electrical safety
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Battery tool use and care

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265 °F may cause explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

Specific Safety Rules

• Before using battery, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery pack, and (3) product using battery.
• Risk of fire and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C(212 °F), or incinerate. Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use.
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories.
• Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat.
• Charge battery pack within the required temperature range. Store charger and battery pack in locations where temperature is within the recommended storage temperature range. This is important to prevent serious damage to the battery cells.
• Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.
• Do not insert battery pack in charger if battery pack case is cracked. Using damaged battery pack may result in electric shock or fire.
• Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the presence of a source of ignition such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
• 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.
• Do not store outside or in vehicles.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Do not touch the uninsulated portion of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal. There is a risk of electric shock.
• Replace battery pack if a substantial drop in operating time per charge is observed. Battery pack may be nearing the end of its life.

Symbols

Safety Symbols
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

WARNING Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Owner’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,”
“CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

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.
DANGER| 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.

Damage Prevention and Information Messages
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to equipment or other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is preceded by the word “NOTICE”, as in the example below:
NOTICE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.

WARNING The operation of any power tools can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.

Hz

|

Hertz

| Frequency (cycles per second)
W| Watt| Power
kg| Kilograms| Weight
min| Minutes| Time
s| Seconds| Time
Wh| Watt-hours| Battery capacity
Ah| Ampere-Hours| Battery capacity
Ø| Diameter| Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n0| No load speed| Rotational speed, at no load
n| Rated speed| Maximum attainable speed

…/min

| Revolutions or reciprocation per minute| Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits, etc. per minute
0| Off position| Zero speed, zero torque…

greater speed
Infinitely variable selector with off| Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow| Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current| Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current| Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current| Type or a characteristic of current
Class II tool| Designates Double Insulated Construction tools.
Earthing terminal| Grounding terminal
Li-ion RBRC seal| Designates Li-ion battery recycling program
Ni-Cad RBRC seal| Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling program
Read manual symbol| Alerts user to read manual

SYMBOLS (CERTIFICATION INFORMATION)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols for certification information may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.

Designation/Explanation

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association.

Designation/Explanation

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool complies to NOM Mexican Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the California Energy Commission.

GET TO KNOW YOUR BATTERY

PWRCORE 20TM Lithium Battery Pack

SPECIFICATIONS

Note: Use of chargers or battery packs not sold by SKIL will void the warranty.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your charger or battery pack in fluid or allow a fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.

When to Charge the Battery Pack
It is not necessary to run down the battery pack charge before recharging. The Lithium-Ion battery can be charged at any time and will not develop a “memory” when charged after only a partial discharge.
Remove the battery pack from the tool when it is convenient for you and your job.
“Top off” the battery pack charge by charging it for a time before starting a big job or use for long period of use.

How to Charge the Battery Pack
NOTICE: The Lithium battery pack is shipped partially charged.
Before using it the first time, fully charge the battery pack.

• Charge the battery pack with the correct charger.
• Connect the charger to a power supply. The red Defect Indicator and green Charging Indicator will shine for one second and then go out, indicating that the charger self-inspection is completed.
• Align the raised ribs of the battery pack with the slot in the charger.
• Insert the battery pack into the charger (Fig. 2).
• The charger will communicate with the battery pack to evaluate the condition of the battery pack.
• The charger will charge the battery pack automatically. Please refer to the charger manual for detailed charging operation.

NOTICE : If the battery pack cannot accept a charge, the contacts of the charger or battery pack may be contaminated. Clean the contacts of the charger or battery pack (e. g., by inserting and removing the battery several times or by cleaning with a cotton swab and alcohol), replace a new charger or replace the battery pack, as required.

Defective Battery Pack
If the charger detects a problem, the red Defect Indicator will begin flashing. Remove and re-insert the battery pack in the charger. If the Defect Indicator flashes a second time, try charging a different battery pack.

a. If a different battery pack charges normally, have the first defective battery pack serviced by an Authorized SKIL Service Station.
b. If a different battery pack also indicates “defective,” the charger may be defective. Have the charger serviced by an Authorized SKIL Service Station.

Fuel Gauge (Fig.3)
The four LEDs on the front housing of the battery indicate the current battery capacity when the battery-indicator button is depressed.
If the first LED on the Fuel Gauge flashes slowly when the battery-indicator button is depressed, this indicates a low charge level. Recharge the battery.

If the first and third LED on the fuel gauge rapidly flash green when the battery-indicator button is depressed, this indicates that the battery is too hot. Cool the battery pack under air flow.

To Attach/Detach Battery Pack
Follow the instructions in the Owner’s Manual for the individual SKIL tool.

MAINTENANCE

Service
WARNING Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components which could cause serious hazard. We recommend that all tool service be performed by a SKIL Factory Service Center or Authorized SKIL Service Station.

General Maintenance

• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage.
  Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or an authorized service center for assistance.

• To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the char- ger/tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance. Cleaning

• The tool may be cleaned most effectively with compressed dry air. Always wear safety goggles when cleaning tools with compressed air. Do not attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects through openings.

• Certain cleaning agents and solvents damage plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents that contain ammonia.

Storage
Store the tool indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents.

BATTERY CARE

WARNING 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 HIGH HEAT. They may explode.

BATTERY DISPOSAL

WARNING Do not attempt to disassemble 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 Chervon North America 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 Li-ion battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area, or return your batteries to a SKIL Service Center for recycling. Chervon North America’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.

LIMITED WARRANTY OF SKIL CONSUMER TOOLS

2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY- LEGAL
Chervon North America, Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all SKIL consumer BATTERIES AND CHARGERS will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase.

Product registration can be completed online at www.Registermyskil.com. Original purchasers should also retain their receipt as proof of purchase.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, if a SKIL consumer portable power tool is used for industrial, professional or commercial purposes, the foregoing warranty will apply for a duration of ninety days, regardless of registration.

SELLER’S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, 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 misused, carelessly handled, or repaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete product, transportation prepaid, to any SKIL Factory Service Center or Authorized Service Station. For Authorized SKIL Power Tool Service Stations, please visit www.Registermyskil.com or call 1-877-SKIL-999 (1-877-754-5999).

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES, DRILL BITS.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES APPLICABLE TO A PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION EQUAL TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES APPLICABLE TO SUCH PRODUCT, AS SET FORTH IN THE FIRST PARAGRAPH ABOVE. SOME STATES IN THE U.S., 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 SELLER 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 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, CANADA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SKIL DEALER OR IMPORTER.
© Chervon North America, 1203 E. Warrenville Rd, Naperville, IL 60563.
01/19

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