The Makita DC18SD 240V Li-ion 14.4v - 18v 60-90 Minute Charger uses a CPU to communicate with the batteries built in memory chip during a charge cycle, which analyses the data stored in the battery chip to decide on the best charging method at that time. This innovative technology results in longer battery life. Manufacturer of this battery charger is Makita, and this model is called DC18SD. Makita corp. has been in the Industry since 1915 and today are one of the best manufacturers of power tools. 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 Inserted battery has Over-discharged, this can happen if the power tool has not detected that the battery is low and continued to drain power from it.

A solid green light means the battery is fully charged. Solid Green Light Means Battery is 100% Charged Warning Lights

Makita DC18RC 18v LXT Li-Ion Fast Battery Charger 7.2 / 14.4 / 18v

Congratulations! if you have a solid redand solid greenlight next to each other it means that your battery is over 80%charged. If you are desperate for your battery you can take it off charge now and get your job done. Or you can leave it till you get a solid green light signaling the battery is 100% fully charged.

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. The weight of Makita DC18SD” is around 700.00 Grams. It is very easy to transport and set. Despite the lightweight, it performs it’s functions with ease. Once the battery is over 80%charged the solid redlight will be accompanied by a solid greenlight. Solid Red and Green light on Makita Charger (DC18RC) The DC18RC fast charger, also known as the Makita DC18RC Li-ion 7.2 / 14.4 / 18v LXT Charger, uses Intelligent Charging Technology to control current, voltage and temperature to maximize the battery life. The DC18RC can charges a BL1830B 18v LXT 3.0Ah battery in approximately 22 minutes - and to the fullest charge. Although the Lithium batteries are really great; they also require great care. You can enjoy a good service for a long time if you keep a few simple things in mind.If there are no lightsshowing on your Makita charger it is not receiving power. When the Makita charger is plugged in and receiving power, a single green light will start to flash. This signals that a battery is ready to be inserted. Makita DC18SD has Makita forced air cooling fan technology and it helps keep your unit in its top shape. Makita forced air cooling fan technology cools the battery during charging by forcing cool air through the built-in air vents, and hence helps in prolonging the life of your unit. 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: Lithium-Ion battery is surely a popular choice, becoming more and more popular every year. It is used in many ways today, with the huge scope of advancements for the future. Makita DC18SD is a charger designed to ensure the longevity and safety of the batteries. The advanced digital features of the charger make sure that the risks are contained while charging the batteries to the optimal level. Batteries differ according to their Charging speed, loading, depth of discharge and exposure to adverse temperature. Makita DC18SD is best suited for 14.4V- 18V LXT Batteries.