milwaukee Super Charger and Battery Packs User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Cat. No.
M12-18SC
M18™ AND M12™ SUPER CHARGER
M18™ AND M12™ LI-ION BATTERY PACKS

New batteries must be charged before first use.

WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, a user must read and understand the operator’s manual.

IMPORTANT SAFETY 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.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERAT­ING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MILWAUKEE® LI-ION CHARGER CAT. NO. M12-18SC AND MILWAUKEE® WV” AND M181m L-ION BATTERIES.

2. BEFORE USING THE BATTERY PACK AND CHARGER, READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL, YOUR TOOL OPERATOR’S MANUAL, AND ALL LABELS ON THE BATTERY PACK, CHARGER, AND TOOL.

3. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED OR CLEANED BY PERSONS WITH REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY OR MENTAL CAPABILITIES, OR LACK OF EXPERIENCE OR KNOWLEDGE UNLESS THEY HAVE BEEN GIVEN INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING THE SAFE USE OF THE APPLIANCE BY A PERSON LEGALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR SAFETY. THEY SHOULD BE SUPERVISED WHILST USING THE APPLIANCE.

4. CHILDREN SHALL NOT USE, CLEAN, OR PLAY WITH THIS APPLIANCE, WHICH WHEN NOT IN USE SHOULD BE SECURED OUT OF THEIR REACH. ACTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY-
   CAUTION RY, CHARGE MILWAUKEE Mtn AND M181” RECHARGEABLE LI-ION BATTER­IES ONLY IN MILWAUKEE ® M12’m AND Mir’ LI-ION CHARGERS. Other types of batteries may burst to cause personal injury and damage. Do not wire a battery pack to a power supply plug or car cigarette lighter. Batteries will be permanently dis­abled or damaged.

5. USE MILWAUKEE ® U4ON PACKS ONLY ON COM­PATIBLE MILWAUKEE® U-ION TOOLS. The battery pack and charger are not compatible with Vim-technology or NiCd systems. Use with other tools may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.

6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not charge the battery pack in the rain, snow, damp or wet locations. Do not use a battery pack or charger in the presence of explosive atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust or flammable materials) because sparks may be generated when inserting or removing the battery pack. possibly causing a fire.

7. CHARGE IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA. Do not block charger vents. Keep them clear to allow proper ventilation. Maintain a minimum one-inch clearance to all vents. Do not allow smoking or open flames near a charging battery pack. Vented gases may explode.

8. MAINTAIN CHARGER CORD. When unplugging the charger, pull the plug rather than the cord to reduce the risk of damage to the electrical plug and cord. Never carry a charger by its cord. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Make sure the cord will not be stepped on. tripped over or subjected to damage or stress. Do not use the charger with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged. it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

9. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD UNLESS IT IS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. Using the wrong, dam­aged or improperly wired extension cord could result in the risk of fire and electrical shock. If an extension cord must be used. plug the charger into an appro­priate extension cord with pins that are the same number, size, and shape as the pins on the charger. Make sure that the extension cord Is in good elec­trical condition.

10. CHARGER IS RATED FOR 220-240 VOLT AC Charger must be plugged into an appropriate receptacle.

11. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ATTAC HINTS. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger or battery pack manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.

12. UNPLUG CHARGER when not in Remove battery packs from unplugged chargers.

13. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. always unplug charger be ore cleaning or mainte­nance. Do not allow water to flow into AC/DC plug. Use a Residual Current Device (RCD) to reduce shock hazards.

14. D0 NOT BURN OR INCINERATE BATTERY PACKS. Battery packs may explode, causing per- sonal injury or damage. Toxic fumes and materials are created when battery packs are burned.

15. D0 NOT CRUSH, DROP, OR DAMAGE battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow. been dropped, run over, or damaged in any way  (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer. stepped on).

16. . D0 NOT DISASSEMBLE. Incorrect reassembly may result in the risk of electric shock, fire or expo­sure to battery chemicals. If it is damaged, take it to a MILWAUKEE®  service facility

17. BATTERY CHEMICALS CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS. Never allow contact with skin, or mouth. If a damaged battery pack leaks battery chemicals, use rubber or neoprene gloves to dispose of it. If skin is exposed to battery fluids, wash with soap and water and rinse with vinegar. If eyes are exposed to battery chemicals, immediately flush with water for 20 minutes and seek medical attention. Remove and dispose of contaminated clothing

18. DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT. A battery pack will short circuit if a metal object makes a connection between the positive and negative contacts on the battery pack. Do not place a battery pack near anything that may cause a short circuit, such as coins, keys or nails in your pocket. Do not allow fluids to flow into the battery pack. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit. A short-circuited battery pack may cause fire, personal inju, and product damage.

19. STORE YOUR BATTERY PACK AND CHARGER in a cool, dry place. Do not store battery packs where temperatures may exceed 50°C (120°F) such as in direct sunlight, a vehicle, or a metal building during the summer.

20. ALWAYS USE A SIDE HANDLE when using a HIGH OUTPUT or HIGH DEMAND battery pack 6.0 Ah or above; the output torque of some tools may in-crease. If your drill driver did not come with a side handle, visit milwaukeetool.com.au / milwaukeetool.co.nz for the appropriate accessory handle.

SPECIFICATIONS

Cat. No. ………………………………………… M12-18SC
Input Volts ………………………….220-240 V AC 50 Hz
Max Input Amps …………………………………………. 5 A
Output Volts ……………………………….12 V / 18 V DC
Max Output Amps ……………………….. 4.5 A / 13.5 A
Recommended Ambient
Charging Temperature …………………..5°C to 40°C
M18 ™ Li-Ion Battery Packs ……………………18 V DC
M12™ Li-Ion Battery Packs ……………………12 V DC

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

1. Light indicators:

| Continuous red: Charging
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| Slow flashing green: Approaching full charge
| Continuous green: Charging is complete
| Fast flashing red: Battery is too hot/cold -Charging will begin when the battery reaches correct charging temperature
| Slow flashing red: Battery charge is pending -Charging will begin when the first pack is fully charged
| Flashing red/green: Damaged or faulty battery pack or charger

2. Bays
3. Cord
4. Vents
5. Battery Contacts
6. Release Buttons
7. Fuel Gauge button
8. Fuel Gauge
9. Super charge-capable pack indicator|
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SYMBOLOGY

| Volts
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| Direct Current
| Alternating Current
| Double Insulated
| Hertz
| Amps
| Backfeed Protected
| Indoor use
| Please read the instructions carefully before starting the machine.
| Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
This product meets applicable regulatory requirements.
| Do not dispose of in household rubbish

M18™ AND M12™  LI-ION BATTERY PACKS

Fuel Gauge

Use the Fuel Gauge to deter_ mine the battery pack’s re- remaining run time. Press the Fuel Gauge button to display the lights. The Fuel  Gauge will light up for 2- 3 seconds. When less than 10% of charge is left, 1 light on the fuel gauge will flash slowly.
NOTE: If the Fuel Gauge doesn’t appear to be working, place the battery pack on the charger and charge as needed.
Compared to NiCd battery pack types, MILWAUKEE® Li-Ion battery packs deliver fade-free power for their entire run time. The tool will not experience a slow, gradual loss of power as you work. To signal the end of discharge, 1 light on the fuel gauge will flash quickly for 2-3 seconds and the tool will not run. Charge the battery pack.
NOTE: Immediately after using the battery pack, the Fuel Gauge may display a lower charge than it will if checked a few minutes later. The battery cells “recover” some of their charges after resting.

Battery Pack Protection

To protect itself from damage and extend its life, the battery pack’s intelligent circuit monitors current draw and temperature. In extremely high torque, binding. stalling, and short circuit situations. the battery pack will turn OFF the tool if the current draw becomes too high. All the fuel gauge lights will flash. Release the trigger and restart.

Under extreme circumstances, the internal tem­perature of the battery could become too high. If this happens, the fuel gauge lights will flash in an alternating pattern and the tool will not run. Allow the battery to cool down.

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Lights tal i 254. hashing alternatingly| Baden/ temperature too Sea| Repast Inns and altos battery to cool

Cold Weather Operation MILWAUKEE® Li-Ion battery packs are designed to operate in temperatures below freezing. When the battery pack is too cold, it may need to warm up before normal use. Put the battery on a tool and use the tool in a light application. It may “bun” for a short time until it warms up. When the buzzing stops, use the tool normally.

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit, never Immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow 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.

Maintenance and Storage

Do not expose your battery pack or cordless tools to water or rain, or allow them to get wet. This could damage the tool and battery pack. Do not use oil or solvents to clean or lubricate your battery pack. The plastic casing will become brittle and crack. causing a risk of injury.

Store battery packs at room temperature away from moisture. Do not store in damp locations where cor­rosion of terminals may occur. As with other battery pack types. permanent capacity loss can result if the pack is stored for long periods of time at high temperatures (over 48°C). MILWAUKEE® Li-Ion battery packs maintain their charge during storage longer than other battery pack types. After about a year of storage, charge the pack as normal.

WARNING To reduce the risk of Injury or ex­plosion, never burn or Incinerate a battery pack even If It Is damaged, dead or com­pletely discharged. When burned, toxic fumes and materials are created.

Disposing of MILWAUKEE® Lion Battery Packs

MILWAUKEE® Li-Ion battery packs are more environ­mentally friendly than some other types of power tool battery packs (e.g.. nickel-cadmium). Always dispose of your battery pack according to federal, state, and local regulations. Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling locations.
Even discharged battery packs contain some energy. Before disposing of, use electrical tape to cover the terminals to prevent the battery pack from shorting. which could cause a fire or explosion.

ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire. personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit. never immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in fluid or allow 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.

Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.

SUPERCHARGER

WARNING Charge only MILWAUKEE® M18™ and M12™ Li-Ion batteries in this MILWAUKEE® Li-Ion charger. Other types of batteries may cause personal injury and damage.

When to Charge the Battery Pack with this MILWAUKEE® Charger
When to Charge the Battery Pack with this MILWAUKEE® Charger Remove the battery pack from the tool for charging when convenient for you and your job. MILWAUKEE® batteries do not develop a “memory– when charged after only a partial discharge. It is not necessary to run doom the battery pack before placing it on the charger. -Use the Fuel Gauge to determine when to charge your MILWAUKEE® Li-Ion battery pack.
-You can “Top-Orr’ your battery pack’s charge before starting a big job or a long day of use.
-The only time it is necessary to charge the MILWAUKEESU-Ion battery packs is when the battery pack has reached the end of its charge. To signal the end of charge. power to the tool will drop quickly. allowing you just enough power to finish making a cut, drilling a hole. or driving a fastener. Charge the battery pack as needed.

How to Charge the Battery Pack

Align the battery pack with the bay and slide the battery pack into the charger as far as possible. The red light will come on. either flashing quickly (bat­tery pack is too hot or cold), flashing slowly (the battery pack is waiting for another pack to finish charging) or continuous (the pack is charging).
-A fully discharged battery pack with an internal tem­perature in the normal range will charge in about 25 to 105 minutes. depending on the battery pack. -Heavily cycled batteries may take longer to charge completely.
-The Fuel Gauge lights on 18V battery packs are displayed as the pack is being charged, indicating how fully charged the pack is. The fuel gauge will turn of when charging is complete.
-After charging is complete, the continuous green light will come on.
-The charger will keep the battery pack fully charged if it is left on the charger. The light indicator will flash green during this maintenance charging.
-The second pack inserted in the charger will begin charging when the first pack inserted is fully charged. -If the light indicator flashes red and green, check that the battery pack is fully seated in the bay. Remove the battery pack and reinsert. If the light continues to flash red and green, remove pack(s) and unplug the charger for at least 2 minutes. After 2  minutes. plug the charger back in and insert pack. If the problem persists. contact a MILWAUKEE® , service facility.

Charging a Hot or Cold Battery Pack the light indicator does not come on. check that the battery pack is fully seated into the bay. Remove the battery pack and reinsert. If the fight indicator still does not come on. remove pack(s) and unplug the charger for at least 2 minutes. After 2 minutes. plug the charger back in and insert the pack. If after these attempts the light indicator still does not come on. contact a MILWAUKEE® service facility.
Charging a Hot or Cold Battery Pack The charger has advanced electronics that adjust the charge rate based on battery temperature. Hot or cold batteries may take longer to charge. When the battery pack temperature is outside the normal charging range. the red light will flash and the battery will not charge. Once the battery pack is within the acceptable range, normal charging will take place and the red right will be continuous. This optimizes charge time and battery life.

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Battery Pack Temperature| Red Charger Indicator Light| Charging Status
Too Hot Normal Range Too Cold| Fast Flashing Continuous
Fast Flashing| Not charging Normal charging
Not charging

Powering the Charger with an Inverter or Genera or
The charger will operate with most 220-240V generators and inverters rated at 500 Watts or higher.

Maintenance and Storage

Store your charger in a cool, dry place.
As a general practice, it is best to unplug battery chargers and remove batteries when not in use. No battery pack damage will occur, however, if the charger and battery pack are left plugged in.

Repairs
The charger has no serviceable parts.

Mounting to the Wall
Use the wall mount guides to mark the hanging points

WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug the charger and remove the battery from the charger before performing any maintenance. Never disassemble the battery or charger. Contact a MILWAUKEE® service facility for ALL repairs.

To reduce the risk of injury and damage, never Immerse your battery or charger in liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside them.

**Cleaning

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Clean out dust and debris from charger vents and electrical contacts by blowing with compressed air. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the battery pack and charger. keeping away from all elec­trical contacts. Certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these include gasoline. turpentine. lacquer thinner. paint thinner. chlorinated cleaning solvents. ammonia and household detergents containing am­monia. Never use flammable or combustible solvents around batteries. charger. or tools.

WARRANTY – AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
Please refer to Australian and New Zealand warranty supplied with tool. This warranty applies only to products sold in Australia and New Zealand.

SERVICE – AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
MILWAUKEE® prides itself in producing a premium quality product that is Nothing But Heavy Duty TM.
Your satisfaction with our products is very important to us! If you encounter any problems with the operation of this tool, please contact your authorized MILWAUKEE® dealer.

For a list of MILWAUKEE® dealers, guarantee or service agents please contact MILWAUKEE®
Customer Service or visit our website.
(Australia Toll-Free Telephone Number 1300 645 928)
(New Zealand Toll-Free Telephone Number 0800 645 928)
or visit milwaukeetool.com.au/milwaukeetool.co.nz.

References

• Milwaukee Tool | Official Australia Site of Milwaukee Tool | Nothing but HEAVY DUTY®

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