Makita DVP180 Instruction Manual page 5

Electrical safety
4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools.
nmo i e plugs an matching outlets will
re uce risk o electric shock.
5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. here is an increase risk o electric
shock i your bo y is earthe or groun e .
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
6.
conditions. ater entering a power tool will
increase the risk o electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
7.
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts.
increase the risk o electric shock.
8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. se o
a cor suitable or out oor use re uces the risk o
electric shock.
. If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply.
C re uces the risk o electric shock.
Personal safety
10. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment o inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
11. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection.
as ust mask, non-ski sa ety shoes, har hat, or
hearing protection use
will re uce personal injuries.
12. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking up
or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your
nger on the switch or energising power tools that
ha e the switch on in ites acci ents.
13. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key le t
attache to a rotating part o the power tool may
result in personal injury.
14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. his enables better control o
the power tool in une pecte situations.
15. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. oose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in mo ing parts.
16. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used.
ust collection can re uce ust-relate ha ar s.
Power tool use and care
17. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application.
power tool will o the job better an sa er at the rate
or which it was esigne .
amage or entangle
se o an
rotecti e e uipment such
or appropriate con itions
he correct
18. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlle with the switch is angerous an must be
repaire .
1 . Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such pre enti e sa ety
measures re uce the risk o starting the power tool
acci entally.
20. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. ower tools are angerous in the
han s o untraine users.
21. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
cor s
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool's operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many acci ents
are cause by poorly maintaine power tools.
22. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
maintaine cutting tools with sharp cutting e ges
are less likely to bin an are easier to control.
23. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed.
or operations i erent rom those inten e coul
result in a ha ar ous situation.
Battery tool use and care
24. Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable or one
type o battery pack may create a risk o
use with another battery pack.
25. Use power
designated battery packs.
battery packs may create a risk o injury an
26. 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 terminals together
may cause burns or a re.
27. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
i ui ejecte
or burns.
Service
28. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. his will ensure that the sa ety o the power
tool is maintaine .
2 . Follow instruction for lubricating and changing
accessories.
se o 30. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
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