How to use a cordless power tool battery and charger?

28th February 2020

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	How to use a cordless power tool battery and charger


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			Cordless power tool batteries and chargers are very simple to use so you don’t have to think about them much and can get on with your job. The most important thing to remember is to use compatible batteries, chargers and cordless power tools.

			Fitting a battery
			Step 1 – Line battery up If the battery is a slide-on style battery, line the battery up so the ‘tongue’ travels between the grooves or ‘rails’ of the cordless power tool.

			If the battery is a post style battery, line the post up with the hole in the cordless power tool ensuring the battery is the correct way round (the shape of the hole will mean you cannot put it in the wrong way round).

			Step 2 – Click into place Slide or push the battery into place ensuring it makes an audible click as the catch fits into place. If it doesn’t, the battery isn’t fitted properly and could fall out during use. Pull it back out and try again. If you find you need to force the battery in, something is wrong. Remove the battery and check for obstructions before trying again.

			Removing a battery
			Step 1 – Stop cordless power tool use Stop using the power tool and allow any moving parts to come to a stop before attempting to remove the battery.

			Step 2 – Press release button/s On the top or side(s) of the battery there are one or two release buttons. Press these to undo the catch. The buttons are usually a different colour so you can locate them easily.

			Step 3 – Remove the battery Slide the battery out of the cordless power tool.

			Using a charger
			Step 1 – Plug in charger Plug the charger cord into a suitable socket. Most chargers run on normal 230V household power source. Turn the socket on.

			Step 2 – Fit battery Fit the battery into the charger in the same way as in the above section Fitting a battery. Use the diagnostic LEDs to tell if the battery has started charging. This is often indicated by a steady red light but check your the charger manual to be sure.

			Step 3 – Remove battery Remove the battery when the diagnostic LEDs show the battery is full. This is usually indicated by a steady green light or an alarm noise but, again, check your manual to be sure. The size and manufacturer both affect the charge time of a battery. Newer technology and smaller batteries will charge the fastest.

			Step 4 – Unplug charger Switch the socket power off and unplug the charger for storage after use to avoid any damage occurring to it such as dirt getting into the terminals.