Important Safety Instructions - Makita DC24SA Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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important safety and operating instructions for battery charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) bat-
tery, and (3) product using battery.
3. CAUTION — To reduce risk of injury, charge only MAKITA rechargeable batteries marked on the charger
label. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk
of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting
charger.
7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage
or stress.
8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord
could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger;
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is at least as large as the one specified in the table below.
TABLE 1 RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE
FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
Length of cord (feet)
AWG size of cord
9. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — replace them immediately.
10. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way;
take it to a qualified serviceman.
11. Do not disassemble charger or battery; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or clean-
ing. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER &
BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Do not charge battery cartridge when temperature is BELOW 10°C (50°F) or ABOVE 40°C (104°F).
2. Do not attempt to use a step-up transformer, an engine generator or DC power receptacle.
3. Do not allow anything to cover or clog the charger vents.
4. A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.
5. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed
50°C (122°F).
6. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The bat-
tery cartridge can explode in a fire.
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