Makita UR008G Instruction Manual page 13

26. Avoid working in poor environment where
increased user fatigue is expected.
27. 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.
28. Do not submerge the tool into a puddle.
29. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors in
the rain.
30. When wet leaves or dirt adhere to the suc-
tion mouth (ventilation window) due to rain,
remove them.
31. Do not use the tool in the snow.
Cutting tools
1. Do not use a cutting tool which is not recom-
mended by us.
2. Use an applicable cutting attachment for the
job in hand.
— Nylon cutting heads (string trimmer heads)
and plastic blades are suitable for trimming
lawn grass.
— Never use other blades including metal
multi-piece pivoting chains and flail blades. It
may result in serious injury.
3. Only use the cutting tool that are marked with
a speed equal or higher than the speed marked
on the tool.
Always keep your hands, face, and clothes
4.
away from the cutting tool when it is rotating.
Failure to do so may cause personal injury.
Always use the cutting attachment guard prop-
5.
erly suited for the cutting attachment used.
Vibration
1. People with poor circulation who are exposed
to excessive vibration may experience injury
to blood vessels or the nervous system.
Vibration may cause the following symptoms
to occur in the fingers, hands or wrists: "Falling
asleep" (numbness), tingling, pain, stabbing sen-
sation, alteration of skin color or of the skin. If any
of these symptoms occur, see a physician!
To reduce the risk of "white finger disease",
2.
keep your hands warm during operation and
well maintain the tool and accessories.
Transport
1. Before transporting the tool, turn it off and
remove the battery cartridge.
When transporting the tool, carry it in a hori-
2.
zontal position by holding the shaft.
3. When transporting the tool in a vehicle, prop-
erly secure it to avoid turnover. Otherwise
damage to the tool and other baggage may result.
Maintenance
Have your tool serviced by our authorized
1.
service center, always using only genuine
replacement parts. Incorrect repair and poor
maintenance can shorten the life of the tool and
increase the risk of accidents.
2. Before doing any maintenance or repair work
or cleaning the tool, always turn it off and
remove the battery cartridge.
3. Always wear protective gloves when handling
the cutting tool.
4. Always clean dust and dirt off the tool. Never
use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like for the purpose. Discoloration, deformation
or cracks of the plastic components may result.
5. After each use, tighten all screws and nuts.
Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not
6.
described in the instruction manual. Ask our
authorized service center for such work.
Always use our genuine spare parts and
7.
accessories only. Using parts or accessories
supplied by a third party may result in the tool
breakdown, property damage and/or serious
injury.
8. Request our authorized service center to
inspect and maintain the tool at regular
interval.
9. Always keep the tool in good working condi-
tion. Poor maintenance can result in inferior per-
formance and shorten the life of the tool.
10. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. Keep all cooling air inlets clear of
debris.
11. Do not wash the tool with high pressure water.
12. When washing the tool, do not let water enter
the electrical mechanism such as battery,
motor, and terminals.
13. When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlight
and rain, and store it in a place where it does
not get hot or humid.
14. Perform inspection or maintenance in a place
where rain can be avoided.
15. 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.
Storage
Before storing the tool, perform full clean-
1.
ing and maintenance. Remove the battery
cartridge.
Store the tool in a dry and high or locked loca-
2.
tion out of reach of children.
3. Do not prop the tool against something, such
as a wall. Otherwise it may fall suddenly and
cause an injury.
First aid
Always have a first-aid kit close by.
1.
Immediately replace any item taken from the
first aid kit.
When asking for help, give the following
2.
information:
— Place of the accident
— What happened
— Number of injured persons
— Nature of the injury
— Your name
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