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10. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
11.
When you use the tool on muddy ground, wet
slope, or slippery place, pay attention to your
footing.
12. Avoid working in poor environment where
increased user fatigue is expected.
13. Do not use the tool in bad weather where visi-
bility is limited. Failure to do so may cause fall or
incorrect operation due to low visibility.
14. Do not submerge the tool into a puddle.
15. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in
the rain.
16. When wet leaves or dirt adhere to the suc-
tion mouth (ventilation window) due to rain,
remove them.
17. Do not use the tool in the snow.
Electrical and battery safety
1.
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in dump or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
2.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
3.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.
4.
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
5.
Do not charge the battery outdoors.
6.
Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
Do not replace the battery with wet hands.
7.
8.
Do not replace the battery in the rain.
9.
Do not wet the terminal of battery with liquid
such as water, or submerge the battery. Do not
leave the battery in the rain, nor charge, use,
or store the battery in a damp or wet place. If
the terminal gets wet or liquid enters inside of bat-
tery, the battery may be short circuited and there is
a risk of overheat, fire, or explosion.
10. After removing the battery from the tool or
charger, be sure to attach the battery cover to
the battery and store it in a dry place.
11.
If the battery cartridge gets wet, drain the
water inside and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
Dry the battery cartridge completely in a dry
place before use.
Maintenance and storage
Switch off the tool and remove the battery
1.
cartridge before doing any maintenance work.
When moving the tool to another location,
2.
including during work, always remove the
battery cartridge and put the blade cover on
the shear blades. Never carry or transport the
tool with the blades running. Never grasp the
blades with your hands.
3.
Clean the tool and especially the shear blades
after use, and before putting the tool into stor-
age for extended periods. Lightly oil the blades
and put on the blade cover.
4.
Store the tool with the blade cover on, in a dry
room. Keep it out of reach of children. Never
store the tool outdoors.
5.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
6.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
7.
Do not wash the tool with high pressure water.
8.
When washing the tool, do not let water enter
the electrical mechanism such as battery,
motor, and terminals.
9.
Perform inspection or maintenance in a place
where rain can be avoided.
10. After using the tool, remove the adhered dirt
and dry the tool completely before storing.
Depending on the season or the area, there is a
risk of malfunction due to freezing.
When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlight
11.
and rain, and store it in a place where it does
not get hot or humid.
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.
WARNING:
Use of this product can create
dust containing chemicals which may cause
respiratory or other illnesses. Some examples of
these chemicals are compounds found in pesti-
cides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depend-
ing on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work
in a well ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as those dust masks that
are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
volts
direct current
no load speed
revolutions or reciprocation per minute
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