The followings show the symbols used for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use. Weighing only 750 g and measuring 190 mm in width, 156 mm in depth, and 84 mm in height, the DC18RC is compact and portable, making it convenient for both professional and personal use. Its lightweight design allows for ease of transportation and storage. This battery charger supports the charging of one battery at a time, providing an output current of 9 A. The charging time for a single battery with a capacity of 3000 mAh is approximately 0.36 hours, which is relatively fast and efficient. Makita “STAR” battery and drill protection Alternate Red and Green lights flashing on Makita Charger DC18RC

If all the lightscome one when you first insert the battery it could be because it is already fully charged. Try it in your tool first to see if it works! Flashing red light on a Makita DC18RC battery charger signals a Delay in charging.This can happen if the battery is either too hotor too cold. If the battery is belowor abovethe ideal operating temperature charging may not start. The re-charging time of such battery may be longer than usual as the battery may have continued to discharge in spite of low power. A single Flashing green light means that the charger is in standby mode. It is connected to an AC power supply and is ready to start chargingyour batteries.A solid red lightmeans your battery is below 80% and having a good time chargingas it should be. Don’t panic, the red light on your Makita battery charger is a good thing, not like a red light on your dashboard. Important note: There is no power ON button on the Makita chargeritself, you just have to plug it into a 240v power outlet and the green light should come on and start flashing. The most common reasons are: The MAKITA DC18RC has a cooling fan and Active 3 Controls. This means that during the loading of the charging voltage, charging current, and temperature is held in the holes. The cooling system blows cool air into the battery. As a result, high temperatures occur in the battery, so that the battery life is extended, and the charging process is accelerated. Makita’s 18v & 14.4v batteries have a built in memory chip that records the battery usage history. While the battery is connected it will transmit the data to the charger

The Makita DC18RC battery charger always lights up red/green and the battery cannot be charged. There are several possible causes for this problem: The Battery charger should be sent to repair or maintenance if the yellow warning light flashes frequently. Makita’s 18v & 14v batteries have a built in memory chip that records the battery usage history. While the battery is connected it will transmit the data to the charger

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A flashing yellow light indicates a cooling abnormality. A yellow light will start to flash if the Cooling systemhas come into operation. The battery will still charge in spite of the warning light, but it may take longer than usual. With finish of charge, the charging light will change from red one to green one and the melody sound or buzzer sound (a long beep) comes out to notify completion of charge. Constructed with quality materials, the DC18RC ensures durability and longevity. Its robust build ensures that it can withstand regular usage without compromising performance. With an 18 V battery voltage, it is suitable for a variety of Makita power tools and equipment. If both the red and green lights are solid then this means the battery is charging. It also means the battery is above 80% charged but it is not fully charged. Solid Red and green Means Battery is Charging and is Above 80% Charged Solid Green light SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger.