15 ENGLISH
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the machine is in safe working condition.
2. If the parts are worn or damaged, replace them
with parts provided by Makita.
3. Store the machine in a dry place out of the
reach of children.
4. When you stop the machine for inspection,
servicing, storage, or changing accessory,
switch o the machine and make sure that all
moving parts come to a complete stop, and
remove the battery cartridges. Cool down
the machine before making any work on the
machine. Maintain the machine with care and
keep it clean.
5. Always cool down the machine before storing.
6. Do not expose the machine to rain. Store the
machine indoors.
7. When you lift the machine, be sure to bend
your knees and be careful not to hurt your
back.
8. When washing the machine, do not let water
enter the electrical mechanism such as bat-
tery, motor, and terminals.
9. When storing the machine, avoid direct sun-
light and rain, and store it in a place where it
does not get hot or humid.
10. When carrying the machine, be sure to hold
the machine rmly.
11. When carrying the machine, be careful not to
get the cord caught by obstacles.
Battery tool use and care
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by
the manufacturer.Achargerthatissuitablefor
onetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofre
whenusedwithanotherbatterypack.
2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
3. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.Shortingthebatterytermi-
nalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help.Liquidejectedfromthebatterymaycause
irritationorburns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modied.Damagedormodiedbatteries
mayexhibitunpredictablebehaviourresultingin
re,explosionorriskofinjury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature.Exposuretoreortem-
peratureabove130°Cmaycauseexplosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specied in the instruc-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outsidethespeciedrangemaydamagethe
batteryandincreasetheriskofre.
Electrical and battery safety
1. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possiblespecialdisposalinstructions.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damagetotheeyesorskin.Itmaybetoxicif
swallowed.
3.
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet locations.
4. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
5. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
6. Do not replace the battery with wet hands.
7. Do not replace the battery in the rain.
8. Do not wet the terminal of battery with liquid
such as water, or submerge the battery. Do not
leave the battery in the rain, nor charge, use,
or store the battery in a damp or wet place. If
theterminalgetswetorliquidentersinsideofbat-
tery,thebatterymaybeshortcircuitedandthereis
ariskofoverheat,re,orexplosion.
9. After removing the battery from the machine or
charger, be sure to store it in a dry place.
10. If the battery cartridge gets wet, drain the
water inside and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
Dry the battery cartridge completely in a dry
place before use.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service
ofbatterypacksshouldonlybeperformedbythe
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product.
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated
in this instruction manual may cause serious
personal injury.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery
cartridge.Itmayresultinare,excessiveheat,
or explosion.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them
out with clear water and seek medical atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.