Makita DC18RD 14.4V to 18V Li-ion LXT Twin Port Charger

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A solid red light means a battery is being charged. It also tells you that the battery is currently below 80% charged. Solid Red Means Charging – Battery is Below 80% Charged Solid Red & Green Lights 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!

I will start with the DC15SD Charger but we also have the DC18RC charger further down in this article! Watch The Video Most Makita power tools are protected by “ STAR” protection, this detects conditions that threaten to over-load, over-dischargeor overheatthe tool or battery. The tool will automatically cease operation,this prevents any damage to the battery. To keep your batteries running at their best, the DC18RD has a forced cooling system to prevent overheating and the electronic current limiter prevents the chance of overload. Both of these factors will give your batteries a longer service life. Sold as a single unit.

The Makita 630869-4 DC18RD 240V 14.4-18V LXT Twin Port Charger is the ideal product for tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts that use Makita cordless power tools. You rely on your tools to get the job done, and it is vital that your batteries are not only fully charged, but also operating at their best. The DC18RD will do just that. It can charge two 3Ah batteries in just 22 minutes and the LED charging display will allow you to easily monitor the progress of charging. When completed there is a sound alert that lets you know when the batteries have been fully charged. If it doesn’t work leave it a few minutes and try inserting it again. If it still doesn’t work leave the battery for a few days to completely discharge, then try it putting it on charge again. Flashing Yellow light on Makita Charger DC18RC Makita Battery Charger fully- charged solid green light Red, Green and Yellow (All lights) on Makita Battery Charger DC18RC

The fuse may have blownin the battery charger plug – If this is the case just replace its fuse with a new 13amp fuse. This really is a great charger I have friends that have fake chargers and they are still waiting for the battery to be fully charged 2 days later I know it’s a lot more money But it’s definitely worth it Model Number: DC18RD. DC18RD DC18RC DC18SF DC18RT etc. Wide Compatibility:Compatible with almost all Makita 14.4V to 18V batteries such as BL1415 BL1430 BL1830 BL1840 BL1850 BL1850B BL1860B. You will be easy to know the charging status and your battery condition. The Makita DC18RD twin 18v Li-ion charger, charges 2 Makita 18 volt LXT lithium-ion batteries simultaneously. The rapid charge technology selects the optimum voltage and current and temperature is controlled by the forced air system that circulates air through the battery to prevent overheating. and a full charge sound alert confirms when the charge cycle is complete. MAKITA DC18RD FEATURES 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.This is how the charger looks when plugged in but with no battery in it. The green light will flash continuously, this just means the charger is plugged in but there is no battery inserted in it. A (dusty) Makita battery charger Solid Red Light A solid green light means the battery is fully charged. Solid Green Light Means Battery is 100% Charged Warning Lights 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. 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.

Makita Battery Charger – Ready to charge, Flashing green light Solid Red light on Makita Charger (DC18RC)

My battery is making the charger flash red. This is supposed to mean it’s too hot, but it’s at room temperature and another battery stored with it is charging fine. Makita battery charger – 0ver 80% charged solid red and green light Solid Green light on Makita Battery Charger DC18RC With an LED charging display, and full charge audible alert, the Makita DC18RD fast charger has a forced cooling system for battery protection and a built-in electronic current limiter for overload protection. I replaced a single makita charger that is past its best, decided to get one of these. As I use lots of 18v kit it’s handy having it nearby, each battery can be set with its own tone to sound when ready and has a USB port to allow you to charge your phone. Well priced too. Makita DC18RD/1 110v 14.4-18V LXT Twin Port Rapid Battery Charger Charge two batteries simultaneously

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:Pro tip: I like to wait till the solid greenfully charged light is on, and the fan has stoppedwhirring. Then I can be confident the batteries have finished their charging cycle! Makita “STAR” battery and drill protection Alternate Red and Green lights flashing on Makita Charger DC18RC Twin charger with rapid charge technology. Designed to charge 2 Makita LXT lithium batteries simultaneously. Features electronic current limiter for overload protection and forced cooling system. LED charging display and full charge sound alert. Slot a Makita battery into a charger and you are greeted by flashing lights, and maybe a catchy jingle depending on your charger. But what do these lights mean? Let’s have a look!