Makita DCL501 Instruction Manual page 7

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS
APPLIANCE.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
injury:
1. This appliance is intended for household use.
2. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer's recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged battery. If appliance is
not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water,
return it to a service center.
6. Do not handle appliance with wet hands.
7. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use
with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
8. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of
body away from openings and moving parts.
9. Turn off all controls before removing the battery.
10. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
11. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible
liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where
they may be present.
12. Use only the charger supplied by the
manufacturer to recharge.
13. Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.
14. Do not use without filters in place.
15. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
16. Do not pick up the following materials:
- Hot materials such as lit cigarettes or spark/
metal dust generated by grinding/cutting metal
- Flammable materials such as gasoline, thinner,
benzine, kerosene or paint
- Explosive materials like nitroglycerin
- Ignitable materials such as Aluminum, zinc,
magnesium, titanium, phosphorus or celluloid
- Wet dirt, water, oil or the like
- Hard pieces with sharp edges, such as wood
chips, metals, stones, glasses, nails, pins or
razors
- Powder to clot such as cement or toner
- Conductive dust such as metal or carbon
- Fine particle like concrete dust
Such action may cause fire, injury and/or property
damage.
17. Stop operation immediately if you notice anything
abnormal.
18. If you drop or strike the cleaner, check it carefully
for cracks or damage before operation.
19. Do not bring close to stoves or other heat
sources.
20. Do not block the intake hole or vent holes.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Disconnect the battery cartridge from the
appliance before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the appliance accidentally.
2. Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one
type of battery cartridge may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery cartridge.
3. Use appliances only with specifically designated
battery cartridges. Use of any other battery
cartridges may create a risk of injury and fire.
4. When battery cartridge 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 terminals together
may cause burns or a fire.
5. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
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 use a battery cartridge or appliance that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
7. Do not expose a battery cartridge or appliance to
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 130 °C (265 °F) may cause
explosion.
8. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
9. Before using battery cartridge, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
10. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
11. If operating time has become excessively shorter,
stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk
of overheating, possible burns and even an
explosion.
12. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out
with clear water and seek medical attention right
away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
13. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(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.
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