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| Product type | Battery charger |
| Brand | Metabo |
| Model | ASC multi 8 |
| Compatible battery types | Li-Ion (14.4 V - 36 V, 1.3 Ah - 6.2 Ah, 4-10 cells) and NiCd (12 V, 1-10 cells) |
| Charging current | 3 A for Li-Ion 14.4-18 V; 1.5 A for Li-Ion 36 V |
| Typical charging time | From 25 min (1.3 Ah Li-Ion) to 260 min (6.2 Ah 36 V) |
| Charge maintenance function | Yes, automatic maintenance mode after full charge |
| Indicators | Control indicator (green steady: charging complete, flashing: charging) and warning indicator (red steady: temperature out of range, flashing: defective battery) |
| Thermal protection | Yes, charging stops if battery outside 0°C to 50°C |
| Defective battery protection | Yes, detection and shutdown with red flashing indicator |
| Use | Indoor only |
| Operating temperature (charger) | 0°C to 40°C |
| Recommended charging temperature (battery) | 0°C to 50°C |
| Wall mounting | Possible, maximum load 25 kg (with battery) |
| Protection class | II (double insulation) |
| Power supply | Mains (voltage and frequency according to rating plate) |
| Cooling | Built-in fan (runs during self-test) |
| Self-test | Yes, when connected (indicators and fan briefly) |
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USER MANUAL ASC multi 8 METABO
Operating Instructions
1. Specified Use
The chargers are only suitable for charging Metabo battery packs.
This tool is not designed for use by persons with physical, sensory or mental disabilities, or with insufficient experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety, or have received instructions on how to use the tool by this person.
ASC multi 8 are suited for charging Li- ion battery packs (14.4 V - 36 V, 1.3 Ah - 6.2 Ah, 4- 10 cells).
ASC multi 8 are suited for charging NiCd battery packs (12V, 1.7Ah, 10 cells).

Never attempt to charge batteries that are not rechargeable. Danger of explosion!
The user bears sole responsibility for damage caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident-prevention regulations and accompanying safety instructions should be observed.
2. General Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger model 6.27291 (ASC multi 8).
- Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product using battery.
- CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge only Metabo rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by a qualified electrician ONLY. Please accompany the tool for repair with a description of the fault. We reserve the right to make alterations in line with advances in technology.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Read the Operating Instructions.

For your own protection and for the protection of your charger pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol!

Danger - electrical voltage!

Only use the charger indoors.
WARNING
Unplug immediately if the cable is damaged!
Unplug immediately if any sign of smoke or flames! Do not submit the casing to impact!
Do not drill into the casing!
Keep away from children!
Do not use in a bathroom.
Keep away from moisture!
Do not use an extension cord.
Chargers should only be operated between 32^ and 103^ (0 - 40^)
Batteries should only be charged when batterytemp is between 32^ and 120^ (0 - 50^)
Do not throw battery packs in a fire or immerse in water!
Return faulty or used Metabo battery packs to your dealer!
Do not dispose of battery packs along with domestic refuse. Please recycle!
The charger is not suitable for charging nonrechargeable batteries.
Use indoors only.
Do not expose to rain.
All ventilation slots must be kept free at alltimes!
To reduce the risk of electric shock -Disconnect power to the receptacle before installing or removing the unit.
3. Special Safety Instructions

Slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak from defective Li-ion battery packs!
If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them with clean water and seek medical treatment immediately.
Do not recharge a fully charged battery pack!

Protect the charger from moisture.
Never allow children to use the machine.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the tool.
Keep children away from the battery charger and the working area!
Keep your battery charger out of reach of children! Pull out the mains plug immediately if the battery charger starts to smoke or flames emerge!
Do not insert objects into the ventilation slots on the battery charger - there is a danger of electric shocks and short circuits!
Do not use faulty battery packs.
In areas with high metal dust exposure do not load any battery packs with AIR COOLED chargers (ASC multi 8).
SYMBOLS:
Class II Construction
V..... Volts
Hz ......... Hertz
A Amperes
Alternating Current
4. Overview
See page 2.
1 Battery pack (not in scope of delivery)
2 Sliding seat
3 O p e r a t i o n d i s p l a y
4 Warning display
5. Commissioning

Before plugging in, check to see that the rated mains voltage and mains frequency, as specified on the rating label, match your power supply.
Devices such as this one, which generate direct current, may have an effect on basic residual-current circuit breakers. Use type F or better, with a release current of max. 30mA

Before commissioning the charger, ensure that the air slots are free. Minimum distance to other objects is 5cm
5.1 Self-test
Insert mains supply plug.
The warning display (4) and the operating indicator (3) light up one after the other for approx. 1 second and the installed fan runs for approx. 5 seconds.
5.2 Mounting to a wall
If the charger is to be mounted to a wall, it must be suited to safely carry the weight of the charger including battery pack (approx. 25kg in total).
Use appropriate fixing material (e.g.: 4x dowels 8 mm, 4 x screws 5 x 60 mm).
6. Use
6.1 Charging battery pack
Push the battery pack completely to the stop on the sliding seat (2).

The operating indicator (3) flashes.
Note: To have the charge level displayed on Li-ion battery packs (with 14.4 V, 18 V and 36 V), first take the battery pack out of the charger and then press the button on the battery pack.
6.2 Conservation charge
Once the charging process has finished, the battery charger automatically switches to conservation mode.
The battery pack can remain in the battery charger and is therefore always ready for use.

The operating display (3) lights up continuously.
7. Fault
7.1 Warning display (4) lights up continuously

Battery pack is not charged. Temperature too high/ too low. When the temperature of the battery pack is between 0^ and 50^ , the charging process begins automatically.
7.2 Warning display (4) flashes

- Battery pack is defective. Remove the battery pack immediately from the charger.
- The battery pack was not pushed correctly onto the sliding seat (2). See section 6.1.
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8. Repairs
Repairs to the charger must only be carried out by qualified electricians.
If the mains connection cable of this tool is damaged, in order to prevent endangering personnel and property it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or the Customer Service of the manufacturer, or a similarly qualified person.
Contact your local Metabo representative if you have Metabo chargers requiring repairs. For addresses see www.metabo.com.
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9. Environmental Protection
Observe national regulations on environmentally compatible disposal and on the recycling of disused machines, packaging and accessories.
10. Technical Specifications
See page 3.
U = Voltage ranges of the battery packs
C = Battery pack capacity
Ic = Charging current
t = Charging time
1) Depending on the residual capacity and the temperature of the battery pack, real charging times may deviate from the specifications.
Recommended ambient temperature when
charging: 32^ (0^) to 120^ (50^)
Changes due to technological progress reserved.