Instruction Manual

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forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required.
Please also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe
place. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products
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sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,
the battery must be removed from the tool.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-
diately after use as it may get hot enough to
cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge. It may result in poor performance or
breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
17. Unless the tool supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near a high-voltage elec-
trical power lines. It may result in a malfunction
or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
18. Keep the battery away from children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
have been altered, may result in the battery bursting
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also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and
charger.
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crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an
explosion. Leaving a battery in an extremely high
temperature surrounding environment that can result
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Tips for maintaining maximum
battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged. Always stop tool operation and
charge the battery cartridge when you notice
less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let
a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
Important safety instructions for bat-
tery charging
CAUTION:
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
– This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery
charging.
2. Before charging, read all instructions and cautionary markings on this appli-
ance, AC power adaptor, and battery cartridge.
3. CAUTION – To reduce risk of injury, charge only Makita type rechargeable bat-
teries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
4. Non-rechargeable batteries cannot be charged with this appliance.
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adaptor.
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7. Do not expose the AC power adaptor to rain, snow, or wet condition.
8. Never carry the AC power adaptor by cord or yank it to disconnect from
receptacle.
9. Before attempting any maintenance or cleaning, unplug the AC power adaptor