• When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size
to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
Recommended Minimum Wire Size for Extension Cords
Total Length of Cord
25 ft.
50 ft.
7.6 m
15.2 m
Wire Size AWG
18
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Figure A
1. Trigger Switch
2. Forward/Reverse Button
3. Torque Adjust Collar
4. Dual Range Gearing Selector
5. Keyless Chuck
6. Magnetic Bit Holder
7. Battery
8. Battery Release Button
9. LED Work Light
10. Belt Clip
11. Charger
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety instructions for
battery chargers.
• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on charger, battery
pack, and product using battery pack.
WARNING:
Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only designated
PORTER-CABLE batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal
CAUTION:
injury and damage.
Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power
supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a
CAUTION:
conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup
of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the
charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug
charger before attempting to clean.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than the
ones in this manual. The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work
together.
75 ft.
22.9 m
18
16
8
11
Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger.
100 ft.
125 ft.
30.5 m
38.1 m
16
14
A
5
9
1
7
5
150 ft.
175 ft.
45.7 m
53.3 m
14
4
3
2
8
12
6
10
7