Important Safety Instructions - Milwaukee 2349-20 Operator's Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or
serious injury.
Save these instructions - This operator's manual contains important safety and operating
instructions for the MILWAUKEE 12V Power Port. Before using the Power Port, read this
operator's manual, your battery pack and charger operator's manual, and all labels on the
battery pack, charger and Power Port.
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
rain, snow, damp or wet locations. Do not use in
the presence of explosive atmospheres (gaseous
fumes, dust or fl ammable materials) because
sparks may be generated when inserting or re-
moving battery pack, possibly causing fi re.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Do not use an extension cord with the appli-
ance. Using an extension cord could result in the
risk of fi re and electrical shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Follow appliance manufacterers' instructions
regarding operation and power. Use of the ap-
pliance different from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
• Use the correct appliance for the application.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating power port.
Do not use while you are tired or under the
infl uence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
USE AND CARE
• Disconnect plugs from the power port and
remove the battery pack before storing. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the appliance accidentally.
• Store idle appliances and power port out of
the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the appliance, power port or
these instructions to operate them. Appliances
and power port are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
• Maintain appliances and power port. Check
for misalignment, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the appliance
and power port operation. If damaged, have the
appliances or power port repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
appliances and power port.
• Use the power port in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power port for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep power port 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 terminals together may cause burns
or a fi re.
BATTERY USE AND CARE
• Power port is rated for 12 V DC only. Use only
appropriate MILWAUKEE battery packs. Use of
any other battery packs may create a risk of injury
and fi re.
• Recharge only with the charger specifi ed by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fi re
when used with another battery pack.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, always
remove battery pack before cleaning or mainte-
nance.
SERVICE
• Do not disassemble. Incorrect reassembly may
result in the risk of electric shock or fi re. If it is dam-
aged, take it to a MILWAUKEE service facility.
• Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store where
temperatures may exceed 120°F (50°C) such as
in direct sunlight, a vehicle or metal building during
the summer.
• Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free
replacement.
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