RUPES 9HB185LT 18V Lithium LIon Dual Port Battery Charger Instructions

RUPES 9HB185LT 18V Lithium LIon Dual Port Battery Charger

Product Information

Specifications

• Type: Dual Port Battery Charger
• Input Voltage: 18V
• Input Frequency: 6Hz
• Power Consumption: Refer to the label on the charger 9HC185LT
• Charging Time (with 9HB185LT): Not specified
• Output Voltage: VDC
• Output Amperage: A

Product Usage Instructions

Functional Description

1. Component: Bases for recharging
2. Description: Charging bases, Charger control panel, Power socket

Charger Control Panel

• Function: Charging bases for batteries
• Indicators: Charging status display
• Socket: For connecting the power cable

Technical Specifications

Warning: Refer to the label on the charger 9HC185LT for technical data.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – this Operator’s Manual contains important safety and operating instruction for RUPES 18V Lithium-Ion Dual Port Battery Charger 9HC185LT. Before using the battery operated tool and charger, read this Operator’s Manual, your tool Operator’s Manual and all labels on the battery tool and charger.

INTENDED USE

This RUPES 18V Li-ION Battery Charger 9HC185LT is intended to be used solely to charge the Rupes 18V Li-ION Battery pack 9HB185LT. It is expected that all users be fully trained in the safe operation of the charger. Use for any other application has not been evaluated by Rupes and may lead to an unsafe condition. This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a floor mount position. Don’t charge non-rechargeable batteries.

Summary of device labels containing safety information

WARNING

• The device is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or after they have been given instructions concerning the safe handling of the appliance and understood the dangers inherent to it. Children must not play with the device. Cleaning and maintenance to be carried out by the user must not be carried out by children without supervision.
• To reduce the risk of injury, charge Rupes 18V Li-ION Battery pack 9HB185LT only in its Rupes 18V Li-ION Battery Charger 9HC185LT. Other types of chargers may cause personal injury or damage. The battery tool and charger are not compatible with NiCd systems. Do not wire a battery tool to a power supply plug or car cigarette lighter. The battery tool will be permanently disabled or damaged.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do not charge battery tools in rain, snow, or damp locations. Do not use a battery tool 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 tool, possibly causing a fire.
• Charge in a well-ventilated area. Do not block charger vents. Keep them clear to allow proper ventilation. Do not allow smoking or open flames near a charging battery tool. Vented gases may explode.
• 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 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. Have a damaged cord replaced immediately.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is 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 a properly wired 16 gauge or larger extension cord with pins that are the same number, size, and shape as the pins of the charger. Make sure that the extension cord is in good electrical condition.
• The charger is rated for 100-240 Volt AC. For technical data refer to the label of Rupes 18V Li-ION Battery Charger 9HC185LT. The charger must be plugged into an appropriate receptacle.
• Unplug the charger when not in use. Remove the battery tool from the unplugged charger. To reduce the risk of electric shock, always unplug the charger before cleaning or maintenance. Use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) to reduce shock hazards.
• Do not burn or incinerate the tool battery pack. Battery packs may explode, causing personal injury or damage. Toxic fumes and materials are created when the battery pack is burned.
• Do not crush, drop, or damage the tool battery pack. Do not use a tool 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).
• Do 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 Rupes service facility.
• Battery chemicals cause serious burns. Never allow contact with skin, eyes, or mouth. If a damaged tool 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.
• Do not short circuit. A battery-operated tool’s battery pack will short-circuit if a metal object makes a connection between the positive and negative contacts on the tool’s battery pack. Do not place a battery operated tool near anything that may cause a short circuit, such as coins, keys, or nails. A short-circuited battery tool pack may cause fire and personal injury.
• Store your battery operated tool and charger in a cool, dry place. Do not store the tool’s battery pack where temperatures may exceed 50°C (120°F) such as in direct sunlight, a vehicle, or a metal building during the summer.

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Specification

Part| Description| Function
1| Recharging Seats| Seats for battery recharging
2| Charger control panel| Shows the charger status
3| Socket| Electric cord connection socket

CHARGER CONTROL PANEL

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

WARNING: for technical data refer to the label of charger 9HC185LT

WARNING: to reduce the risk of injury or explosion, never burn or incinerate a tool’s battery pack even if it is damaged, dead, or completely discharged. When burned, toxic fumes and materials are created.

CHARGER 9HC185LT OPERATION

WARNING: to reduce the risk of injury and property damage use only a provided cable. In the case of loose or damaged cable contact the Rupes service center.

Correspondence between Voltage and plugs

Voltage| Plug Type
100-130V| Type A
220-240V| Type C (CEE 7/17)

Type G Type I

WARNING: before connecting the cable to the electric socket check if the voltage of the electric socket coincides with the Voltage specified in the label of Li-ION Battery Charger 9HC185LT.
WARNING: charge Rupes Li-ION Battery pack 9HB185LT only in the RUPES 18V Lithium-Ion Dual Port Battery Charger 9HC185LT. Other types of batteries may cause personal injury and damage. This tool’s battery pack and charger are not compatible with NiCd or NiMH systems.

When to charge

Charge your battery tool when convenient for you and your job. The Rupes 18V Hybrid tool Battery pack does not develop “memory” when charged after only a partial discharge. It is not necessary to run down the battery tool pack before placing it on the charger.
Use the led lever indication on 18V Li-ION Battery pack 9HB185LT to determine when to charge it:

• Four leds: from 100% to 75% batteries charge
• Three leds: from 75% to 50% batteries charge
• Two leds: from 50% to 25% batteries charge
• One led: from 25% to 0% batteries charge
• One led Blinking: 0% battery charge: the tool does not start.

How to charge

Plug the charger into the power supply socket: the green light will firmly turn on (stand by). Place the battery pack into the seat by sliding it from the top: the red light will firmly turn on (the battery is charging).
When two battery packs are inserted at the same time, the charger will start charging the battery pack with a higher residual charge. When the first battery pack has finished charging, the battery charger will start charging the second battery pack.
A fully discharged battery pack with an internal temperature in the normal range will charge in 50 minutes.
After charging is complete, the green light will firmly turn on. The charger will keep the battery pack fully charged if it is left inserted. If the red light flashes, the battery pack is damaged: contact a Rupes service facility.

Maintenance and storage

WARNING: to reduce the risk of injury, always unplug the charger before performing any maintenance. Never disassemble the battery pack, the tool, or the charger. Contact a Rupes service facility for all repairs (refer to “Rupes WARRANTY”).

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

Cleaning: Clean out dust and debris from charger vents and electrical contacts by gently blowing with compressed air; wearing appropriate dust mask taking consideration of the type of material having been worked.
Only use a mild soap solution on a damp cloth to clean the battery tool and charger, keeping away from all electrical contacts. Other cleaners may contain chemicals that could cause damage to the plastic and other insulated parts. Some of these include gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia, and household detergents containing ammonia. Do not use flammable or combustible solvents (refer to previous instructions) around battery pack 9HB185LT and charger 9HC185LT.
Storage: Store the battery charger at room temperature away from moisture. Do not store in damp locations where corrosion of terminals may occur.
As a general practice, it is better to unplug the battery charger and remove the battery pack when not in use.
No battery damage will occur, however, if the battery pack is left plugged into the charger.
Repairs: The RUPES 18V Lithium-Ion Dual Port Battery Charger 9HC185LT has no serviceable parts.
Disposing of RUPES 18V Lithium-Ion Dual Port Battery Charger 9HC185LT
Always dispose of your battery pack 9HB185LT and charger 9HC185LT according to federal, state, and local regulations.
Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling locations.

FAILURE TO START

In case of failure to start: check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact with the outlet; check if the current is present in the plug. Also, check for blown fuses or open circuit breakers in the line.

DISPOSAL (WEEE DIRECTIVE)

For EU countries only: According to the European Directive on Waste from electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in conformity with national standards, exhausted electrical equipment must be collected separately, in order to be recycled in an environmentally friendly way. The product, when it reaches the end of its life, must not be dispersed in the environment or thrown away as household waste. It must be disposed of at authorized recycling centers (contact your local authorities to know where to dispose of the product according to the law). The correct disposal of the product contributes to the health and preservation of the environment. Illegal disposal of the product will entail penalties against the offenders.

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare our responsibility that the represented device conforms with the directives: 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU; the tests have been carried out in accordance with the standard:

• EN 60335-1:2012 + A11:2014 + A13:2017 + A1:2019 + A14:2019 + A2:2019 + A15:2021;
• EN 60335-2-29:2021 + A1:2021;
• EN 55014-1:2017 + A11:2020;
• EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019 + A1:2021;
• EN 61000-3-3:2013 + A1:2019;
• EN 55014-2:2015;
• EN 62233:2008 + AC:2008;
• EN IEC 63000:2018.

Address

Vermezzo con Zelo (MI), 30/04/2023 Technical file at: RUPES S.p.A.
Via Marconi, 3/A – Loc. Vermezzo 20071 – Vermezzo con Zelo (MI) – Italy

FAQ

How do I know when the batteries are fully charged?

The charger control panel will display a solid green light when the batteries are fully charged.

Can I charge only one battery at a time?

No, this charger is designed to charge two batteries simultaneously.

What should I do if the charger gets overheated?

If the charger overheats, unplug it from the power source and allow it to cool down before using it again.

Can I use this charger for batteries other than RUPES 9HB185LT?

No, it is recommended to use this charger only with RUPES 9HB185LT batteries for optimal performance and safety.

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