Additional Safety Instructions - Makita UP100D Instruction Manual

Additional Safety Instructions

Use personal protective equipment. Always
1.
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
2. This tool is for pruning branches. Do not use it
for any job except that for which it is intended.
Never allow children, persons with reduced
3.
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge or people
unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
tool. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
5. Never operate the tool while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
6. Do not overreach and keep balance at all
times. Always be sure of footing on slopes and to
walk, never run.
Do not touch moving hazardous parts before
7.
the tool is disconnected from the mains and/or
the battery pack is removed from the tool.
Always wear substantial footwear and long
8.
trousers while operating the tool.
Disconnect the supply and/or remove the
9.
battery pack from the tool:
• whenever the tool is left by the user,
• before clearing a blockage,
• before checking, cleaning or working on the
tool,
• after striking a foreign object to inspect the
tool for damage,
• if the tool starts to vibrate abnormally, for
immediately check.
10. Never operate the tool with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, or if the
cord is damaged or worn.
11. Avoid using the tool in bad weather conditions
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
12. Don't use the tool or perform battery charging
operations in the rain.
13. Don't leave the tool in rain or wet locations.
14. Be careful not to catch foreign matter between
the shear blades. If the shear blades are jammed
with foreign matter, immediately switch off the tool
and disconnect the battery from the tool. Then
remove the foreign matter from the shear blades.
15. Never hold the branch you are pruning with
your free hand. Keep your free hand away from
the cutting area. Never touch the shear blades,
they are very sharp and you may cut yourself.
16. Don't force the tool to make it cut. You could
slip and injure yourself or cut something else
unintentionally.
17. Avoid cutting electrical wires that may be
hidden.
18. Always check the shear blades carefully
before operation.
19. Handle the shear blades with extreme care to
prevent cuts or injury from the shear blades.
20. Disconnect the battery from the tool after each
use and before attempting to perform inspec-
tion or maintenance.
21. When not in use, always keep the tool in its
holster.
Battery tool use and care
1. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
2. Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
3. Use power tools only with specifically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
4. 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. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
5.
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
6. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
7. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
8. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
3. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
WARNING:
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
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.
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DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity