Specific Safety Rules - Matco Tools MCL1614R Operating Instructions Manual

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product
replace strict adherence to cordless product
safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you
can suffer serious personal injury.
1 . Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the accessories may contact hidden wiring .
Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of
the tool "live" and shock the operator .
2 . Be aware that this tool is always in operating condition, because it
does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet .
3 . Always be sure you have firm footing .
4 . Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations .
5 . Hold the tool firmly and use both hands .
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
Installing Or Removing Battery Pack
(See Fig .1, Fig .2)
1 . Your new battery pack is not fully charged .
You may need to charge it before use .
2 . Make sure the switch is in the "off" position
before insertion/removal of a battery pack .
3 . To remove a battery pack, depress both
tabs on either side of the battery and pull
downward .
4 . To insert a battery pack, align the battery with
the tool housing and push battery inward
until click indicating battery is fully installed .
Charging The Battery Pack (See Fig .3)
1 . Battery may not charge when it is above
a certain preset temperature limit . Allow
temperature of battery to cool before charging .
2 . The charge process will take less than one hour .
3 . After charging, unplug the charger from the power source and
stow away in a safe place .
MCL1614R
MCL1614R 16V 1/4" Ratchet
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6 . Keep hands and hair away from rotating parts .
7 . Do not leave the tool running . Do not force tool to stay in the "on"
position . Operate the tool only when hand-held .
8 . Do not touch the impact socket or the workpiece immediately after
operation; they may be extremely hot and could burn your skin .
9 . Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic . Take
caution to prevent working dust inhalation and skin contact .
Follow material supplier safety data .
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.
Tool Operation:
This ratchet is designed to remove and install threaded
fasteners .
NOTE: Actual torque on a fastener is di rect ly related to joint
hard ness, tool speed, condition of socket and the time the tool is
allowed to rotate .
Use the simplest possible tool-to-socket hook up .
Every connection absorbs energy and reduces power .
Make sure that the ratchet is turned off and the
battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any
work on the tool. To maintain product safety and
reliability, repairs, maintenance or adjustments should be
carried out by a Matco authorized service center.
07/02/18