RIDGID Battery Charger 140276004 User Guide

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
DUAL PORT BATTERY CHARGER  
140276004  
Fits all RIDGID  
slide battery packs  
Your dual port charger has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation,  
and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.  
WARNING:  
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.  
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.  
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
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SYMBOLS  
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation  
of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.  
SYMBOL  
NAME  
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION  
Wet Conditions Alert  
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.  
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual  
before using this product.  
Read The Operator’s Manual  
Eye Protection  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, as  
necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.  
Safety Alert  
Precautions that involve your safety.  
FEATURES  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Charger Voltage....................................................................................................9.6 Volt, 12 Volt, 14.4 Volt, and 18 Volt DC  
Charger Input .......................................................................................................................................120 V, 60 Hz, AC only  
Charge Rate ..........................................................................................................................................................30 minutes  
4-1/8 in.  
“KEY HOLE”  
HANGER  
Fig. 1  
KNOW YOUR DUAL PORT CHARGER  
“KEY HOLE” HANGER  
The charger has a “key hole” hanging feature for convenient,  
space saving storage. Screws should be installed so that  
the center distance is 4-1/8 in.  
See Figure 1.  
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself  
with all operating features and safety rules.  
AUTOMATIC FAN SHUT-OFF  
Your dual port charger is fan-cooled. When a battery pack  
is fully charged (the green LED is on), the fan will automati-  
cally shut itself off.  
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OPERATION  
CHARGER SHOWN WITH 18 VOLT BATTERY PACK  
APPLICATIONS  
You may use this tool for the following purposes:  
Charging 9.6 Volt, 12 Volt, 14.4 Volt, and 18 Volt RIDGID  
slide batteries  
CAUTION:  
If at any point during the charging process none  
of the LEDs are lit, remove the battery pack from  
the charger to avoid damaging the product. DO  
NOT insert another battery. Return the charger and  
battery to your nearest service center for service  
or replacement.  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low  
charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore,  
you should charge it until the light on front of charger changes  
from flashing green to continuous green.  
NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they  
are charged. Allow several cycles (operation followed by  
recharging) for them to become fully charged. This is normal  
for nickel-cadmium batteries.  
Fig. 2  
NOTE: Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK for  
normal recharging of batteries. If the charger does not charge  
your battery pack under normal circumstances, return both  
the battery pack and charger to your nearest repair center  
for electrical check. For the location of your nearest repair  
center, please call 1-866-539-1710.  
TO CHARGE  
Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided.  
Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage,  
120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only.  
Connect the charger to a power supply.  
Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the  
raised ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the  
charger, then slide the battery pack onto the charger.  
See Figure 2.  
The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch  
while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a  
problem.  
Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or  
cold. It will work best at normal room temperature.  
For average charge times, refer to the chart on the  
following page.  
When the batteries become fully charged, unplug the  
charger from the power supply and remove the battery  
pack.  
CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK  
If the battery pack is below normal temperature range, the  
red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off.  
When the battery warms to a temperature of more than 41°F  
(5°C), the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode.  
NOTE: Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK for  
normal recharging of batteries. If the charger does not charge  
your battery pack under normal circumstances, return both  
the battery pack and charger to your nearest repair center  
for electrical check. For the location of your nearest repair  
center, please call 1-866-539-1710.  
USE THIS RIDGID BATTERY CHARGER ONLY WITH  
THE BATTERY PACKS LISTED BELOW.  
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK  
When using the tool continuously, the battery pack will  
become hot. Because the dual port charger is fan-cooled,  
a hot battery pack may be placed directly onto the charger  
port. When placed on the charger, a hot battery pack will  
cool for 20 minutes or less before attempting to recharge.  
Part Number Voltage  
Part Number Voltage  
130252007  
130252002  
130254001  
130252003  
130254002  
9.6  
12  
130254008  
130252001  
130252004  
130254003  
130254007  
14.4  
18  
12  
18  
If the battery pack is above normal temperature range, the  
red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off.  
When the battery pack cools down to approximately 104°F  
(40°C), the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode.  
14.4  
14.4  
18  
18  
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OPERATION  
LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER  
See Figure 3.  
LED  
INDICATOR  
BATTERY  
PACK  
RED  
LED  
GREEN  
LED  
ACTION  
Power  
Without battery pack ON  
OFF  
Ready to charge battery pack  
When battery pack reaches cooled  
temperature, charger begins fast  
charge mode  
Evaluate  
Evaluate  
Hot battery pack  
Cold battery pack  
Flashing  
OFF  
OFF  
When battery pack reaches warmed  
temperature, charger begins fast  
charge mode  
Flashing  
Charger pre-charges battery until nor-  
mal voltage is reached, then begins  
fast charge mode  
Evaluate  
Defective  
Deeply discharged  
Defective  
Flashing  
Flashing  
OFF  
Flashing  
Battery pack or charger is defective  
• If defective, try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery  
pack. If the LED status repeats a second time, try charging a different battery.  
• If a different battery charges normally, dispose of the defective pack (see Maintenance section).  
• If a different battery also indicates “Defective,” the charger may be defective.  
Charging  
Fast charging  
Slow charging  
ON  
Flashing  
ON  
See chart below for charge times  
Fast charging is complete  
Charger maintains charge mode  
Full  
OFF  
BATTERY  
AVERAGE CHARGE TIME  
POWER  
INDICATOR  
RED LED  
GREEN LED  
COMPACT SERIES  
18 min.  
27 min.  
34 min.  
EVALUATE  
INDICATOR  
HC  
HC 2.5  
DEFECTIVE  
INDICATOR  
CHARGING  
INDICATOR  
NOTE: The 9.6 Volt, 12 Volt, and 14.4 Volt battery  
packs will not slide all the way down onto the  
charger port. Insert 9.6 Volt, 12 Volt, and 14.4 Volt  
battery packs until they click into place and are  
aligned with the line on the charger, shown at left.  
Allow up to 5 seconds for the “charge” light to come  
on after the battery pack is inserted.  
FULL  
INDICATOR  
Fig. 3  
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MAINTENANCE  
WARNING:  
When servicing use only identical RIDGID  
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may  
create a hazard or cause product damage.  
WARNING:  
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,  
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,  
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can  
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may  
result in serious personal injury.  
WARNING:  
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be  
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should  
be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center.  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with  
side shields during power tool operation or when  
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a  
dust mask.  
KEEPING THE CHARGER VENTS CLEAN  
The fan in this charger will perform more efficiently if the air  
vents and ports are kept clean and dust-free. Periodically  
check the air vents for dust or other debris.  
WARNING:  
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove  
the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or  
performing any maintenance.  
To clean the vents, unplug the charger. Using a fine nylon-  
bristle brush, whisk dust or debris away from the air vents  
and ports.  
The battery pack has intake and exhaust vents that should  
also be kept free of dust and debris. Clean the battery pack  
vents by using a fine nylon-bristle brush to whisk away dust  
or debris.  
GENERAL MAINTENANCE  
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most  
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of  
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use  
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.  
When cleaning, do not allow metal to come into contact with  
any of the vents or ports of the charger or battery pack.  
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND  
BATTERIES  
The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel-cad-  
mium rechargeable batteries. Length of service from each  
charging will depend on the type of work you are doing.  
PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING  
To preserve natural resources, please  
recycle or dispose of batteries  
properly.  
The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide  
maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they  
will eventually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack  
and attempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these  
batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could  
result in a serious burn.  
This product contains nickel-cadmium  
batteries. Local, state or federal laws  
may prohibit disposal of nickel-  
cadmium batteries in ordinary trash.  
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding  
available recycling and/or disposal options.  
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the  
following:  
Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully  
WARNING:  
charged and ready for use.  
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals  
with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt  
to destroy or disassemble battery pack or  
remove any of its components. Nickel-cadmium  
batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.  
Also, never touch both terminals with metal objects  
and/or body parts as short circuit may result. Keep  
away from children. Failure to comply with these  
warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.  
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:  
Store the battery pack where the temperature is below  
80°F.  
Store battery packs in a “discharged” condition.  
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WARRANTY  
RIDGID® HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL  
3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY  
Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting war-  
ranty service.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED  
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail  
and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers de-  
fects arising under normal usage and does not cover any  
malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse,  
neglect, alteration, modification or repair by other than an  
authorized service center for RIDGID® branded hand held  
and stationary power tools. Consumable accessories pro-  
vided with the tool such as, but not limited to, blades, bits  
and sand paper are not covered.  
Limited to RIDGID® hand held and stationary power tools  
purchased 2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured  
by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed  
from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be  
directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand  
Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at (toll  
free) 1-866-539-1710.  
90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY  
During the first 90 days after the date of purchase, if you are  
dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID® Hand Held  
and Stationary Power Tool for any reason you may return  
the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full  
refund or exchange. To receive a replacement tool you must  
present proof of purchase and return all original equipment  
packaged with the original product. The replacement tool  
will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of  
the 3 YEAR service warranty period.  
RIDGID, INC. AND ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.  
MAKE NO WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR  
PROMISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE  
OF ITS POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFI-  
CALLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY.  
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS  
To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied war-  
ranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FIT-  
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any  
implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability  
or fitness for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed  
under state law are limited to three years from the date of  
purchase. One World Technologies, Inc. and RIDGID, Inc.  
are not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or conse-  
quential damages. Some states do not allow limitations on  
how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-  
ages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This  
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also  
have other rights which vary from state to state.  
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE 3 YEAR  
LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY  
This warranty on RIDGID® Hand Held and Stationary Power  
Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials and nor-  
mal wear items such as brushes, chucks, motors, switches,  
cords, gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGID®  
tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool.  
Warranties for other RIDGID® products may vary.  
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE  
To obtain service for this RIDGID® tool you must return it;  
freight prepaid, or take it in to an authorized service center  
for RIDGID® branded hand held and stationary power tools.  
You may obtain the location of the authorized service center  
nearest you by calling (toll free) 1-866-539-1710 or by log-  
ging on to the RIDGID® website at www.ridgid.com. When  
requesting warranty service, you must present the original  
dated sales receipt. The authorized service center will re-  
pair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace  
any part covered under the warranty, at our option, at no  
charge to you.  
One World Technologies, Inc.  
Hwy. 8  
Pickens, SC 29671  
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
DUAL PORT BATTERY CHARGER  
140276004  
Customer Service Information:  
For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be  
sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of  
the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us  
The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing.  
Please record the serial number in the space provided below. When ordering repair  
parts, always give the following information:  
140276004  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
983000-897  
12-06-05 (REV:00)  
 

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