Makita DMR300 Instruction Manual page 9

9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
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
specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to
non-compliant products may result in a fire, exces-
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 high-voltage electri-
cal 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
causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and
charger.
CAUTION:
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY
IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Disposal
of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically
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
in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or
gas. A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure
that may result in an explosion or the leakage of
flammable liquid or gas.
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
battery charging
CAUTION:
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual
contains important safety and operating
instructions for battery charging.
2. Before charging, read all instructions and cau-
tionary markings on this appliance, AC power
adaptor, and battery cartridge.
3. CAUTION – To reduce risk of injury, charge
only Makita type rechargeable batteries. Other
types of batteries may burst causing personal
injury and damage.
4. Non-rechargeable batteries cannot be charged
with this appliance.
5. Use a power source with the voltage specified
on the nameplate of the AC power adaptor.
6. Do not charge the battery cartridge in pres-
ence of flammable liquids or gases.
7. Do not expose the AC power adaptor to rain,
snow, or wet condition.
Never carry the AC power adaptor by cord or
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yank it to disconnect from receptacle.
9. Before attempting any maintenance or clean-
ing, unplug the AC power adaptor and remove
battery cartridge. Pull by plug rather than cord
whenever disconnecting the appliance.
10. Do not leave the AC power adaptor discon-
nected from the appliance while the power is
supplied from the mains.
Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
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stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise sub-
jected to damage or stress.
12. Do not operate this appliance with damaged
cord or plug. If the cord or plug is damaged,
ask Makita authorized service center to replace
it in order to avoid a hazard.
13. Do not operate or disassemble this appliance
if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a
qualified serviceman. Incorrect use or reas-
sembly may result in a risk of electric shock or
fire.
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