Makita DCL181F Instruction Manual page 3

9. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
10.
ble liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas
where they may be present.
11. Use only the charger supplied by the manufac-
turer to recharge.
12. Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.
13.
place.
14. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
15.
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
when used with another battery pack.
16.
nated battery packs.
17. When (the) 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.
18. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
This appliance is intended for household use.
1. Read this instruction manual and the charger
instruction manual carefully before use.
2. 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
erty damage.
3. Stop operation immediately if you notice any-
thing abnormal.
4. If you drop or strike the cleaner, check it care-
fully for cracks or damage before operation.
5. Do not bring close to stoves or other heat
sources.
6. Do not block the intake hole or vent holes.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Important safety instructions for
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battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery char-
ger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively shorter,
stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of
overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.
4. 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.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
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(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain.
heating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to
the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
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, consulting an
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. Follow your local regulations relating to dis-
posal of battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION:
have been altered, may result in the battery bursting
Tips for maintaining maximum
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battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely dis-
charged. Always stop tool operation and charge the
battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tempera-
ture at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let a hot
battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
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Only use genuine Makita batteries.
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