Makita GF600 Instruction Manual page 9

3. Wear warm clothing when working in cold
conditions, keep your hands warm and dry.
If you experience numbness, tingling, pain or
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whitening of the skin in your fingers or hands,
seek medical advice from a qualified occupational
health professional regarding overall activities.
5. Operate and maintain the tool as recom-
mended in these instructions, to prevent an
unnecessary increase in vibration levels.
Hold the tool with a light, but safe, grip
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because the risk from vibration is generally
greater when the grip force is higher.
Additional safety instructions for gas tools
1. Use the tool only with the Makita genuine gas container.
2. Be careful when using gas tools, as the tool
can become hot, affecting grip and control.
3. Gas fastener driving tools shall be used in
ventilated spaces.
4. In the case that liquid combustible gas comes
into contact with human skin, injuries may occur.
5. Gas containers shall be marked according to
the required transport regulation.
Handle gas containers carefully and check
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for damages. Damaged gas containers can
explode and cause injury.
Read and follow the instructions supplied with
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the gas container.
8. Ensure combustible materials are not exposed
to hot exhaust gases.
9. Do not use gas tools in explosive areas as the sparks
generated in the tool may cause fire or explosion.
10. Gas containers should not be stored care-
lessly or at high temperature. Follow the local
regulations and gas container's instructions
for handling and disposal of gas containers
and batteries or accumulators.
11. For gas tools, a small release of gas might be
generated by regular operations.
Battery tool use and care
1. 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.
2. Use power tools only with specifically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
3. 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.
4. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
dentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected
from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
5. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpre-
dictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or tem-
perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
7. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specified in the instructions. Charging improp-
erly or at temperatures outside the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
Safety devices
1. Make sure all safety systems are in working order
before operation. The tool must not operate if only the
trigger is pulled or if only the contact arm is pressed
against the wood. It must work only when both actions
are performed. Test for possible faulty operation with fas-
teners unloaded and the pusher in fully pulled position.
Securing the trigger in the ON position is very
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dangerous. Never attempt to fasten the trigger.
3. Do not attempt to keep the contact element
depressed with tape or wire. Death or serious
injury may occur.
4. Always check contact element as instructed in
this manual. Fasteners may be driven accidentally
if the safety mechanism is not working correctly.
Service
Perform cleaning and maintenance right after
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finishing the job. Keep the tool in tip-top condition.
Lubricate moving parts to prevent rusting and minimize
friction-related wear. Wipe off all dust from the parts.
Ask Makita authorized service center for peri-
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odical inspection of the tool.
3. To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
maintenance and repairs should be performed
by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
Follow local regulations when disposing of the tool.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
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.
Important safety instructions for
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.
If operating time has become excessively
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shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out
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with clear water and seek medical attention right
away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
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(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(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.
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