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I currently have a makita 14.4 volt powerdrill, cordless. I am having a problem charging the battery for the drill. I purchased a new battery and this did not solve the problem. Do I buy a new charger and hope that that solves the problem, or buy a new kit? When looking for a makita dc1410 I can not find a charger anymore, does any one know if they make it?
You could go either way. It sounds like the charger isn’t working… but… here’s the thing.. A bad charger can destroy a battery and it goes the other way around. If you have a service center close. I’d have them check all three parts; tool, battery, and charger. Keep in mind how much they are going to charge you to inspect them. If you end up replacing anything else it may come out better to buy a new tool.
Bat avg cost: $70-$90
Charger avg cost: $80-$120
New tool avg cost: $115+
Recon tool avg cost: $80+
I agree with Brian. Chances are your charger is not working. Be careful because if you put the new battery on that bad charger, you can ruin the battery. As Brian said take it to a service center and check it.