Hitachi 326263 EBM315 3.6-Volt Lithium-Ion 1.5 Ah Battery
The Hitachi EBM315 3.6-Volt Lithium-Ion 1.5 Ah HXP Battery features the  revolutionary Hitachi HXP Lithium-Ion technology. This advanced technology delivers a  battery that is 50-percent lighter than an average NiCd battery, with a longer overall  battery life and a longer run time than any other technology on the market. The HXP battery  features a specialized internal circuitry system that is equipped with a current  interruption and detection system, thermal protector, and an electronic switch to protect  the battery against overcharge and discharge.The EBM315 provides a steady level of power during the entire usage, ensuring the battery's  full potential every time. This battery has a recharge life of approximately 1300 to 1500  times, as opposed to an average of 500 times for NiCd or NiMH batteries. It has a low power  discharge while in storage so you can rest assured that your tools will always be ready when  you are. Not only does the HXP battery deliver a longer life and extended power, it is also  surprising lightweight. When you're using a tool powered by HXP technology, it feels like  you're holding a 12-volt tool while experiencing the power of 18 volts. This reduces user  fatigue and improves manageability without sacrificing power.This battery is recharged with theHitachi UC3SFL Battery Chargerand is designed to power theHitachi DB3DL Cordless  Screwdriverand other compatible Hitachi tools. It is important to fully charge your  battery before attempting to use it in your power tools. To charge your EBM315 battery  properly, position the battery so that the nameplate faces towards the nameplate of the  charger and press the battery into place until comes into full contact with the bottom of  plate. Inserting the battery turns the charger on, and the pilot lamp should light up. If  the pilot lamp does not light up, pull out the power cord from the base and check the  battery mounting condition. Once your battery is fully charged, the pilot lamp goes off and  you're battery is ready to use. In general, theUC3SFLshould charge your battery in approximately 30  minutes. Although the variation is minor, ambient temperature above or below room  temperature may effect recharging time.Recharging New Batteries: What to ExpectThe internal chemical substance of your new batteries is not activated, thus the electric  discharge might be low when using them the first or second time. This is a temporary  phenomenon and is not cause for alarm. The normal time required for recharging will be  restored by recharging the battery 2-3 times.How to Make Your Battery Perform LongerThe best way to maximize the life of your battery, is to follow two easy steps. First of  all, remember to recharge your battery before it becomes completely exhausted. When you feel  that the power of the tool becomes weaker, stop using the tool and recharge the battery. If  you continue to use the tool and exhaust the electric current, the battery may be damaged  and its life will become shorter. Secondly, you should always avoid recharging your  batteries at high temperatures. A rechargeable battery will be hot immediately after use. If  a battery is recharged while it's still hot, its internal chemical substance will  deteriorate, and the battery life will be shortened.About Hitachi Power ToolsHitachi Power Tools carries an extensive line of professional grade tools and accessories  for woodworking, metalworking, concrete drilling and cutting, as well as a complete line of  pneumatic nailers, staplers, compressors and collated fasteners. During the 1980s Hitachi  Power Tools built its reputation for quality on the success of its pneumatic framing nailer  and sliding-compound miter saws. In 1995 Hitachi Power Tools was renamed Hitachi Koki USA to  denote the addition of manufacturing to the United StatesFrom headquarters in Atlanta, GA, and satellite offices in Chatsworth, CA, and Toronto,  Ontario, Hitachi Koki USA supports nearly 2000 retail locations carrying Hitachi tools and  over 1000 authorized service centers. The field sales force and service technicians  constantly provide information to engineers to refine the product selection. Many tools in  the line are designed and offered for use only in North America. With dozens of new models  already in development, Hitachi Power Tools enters the 21st century with Hitachi Koki USA  continuing to offer the highest level of professional power tools available.