General Power Tool Safety Warnings - Makita DUM168RF Instruction Manual

9. Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool must have
reached full working speed.
10. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the
appropriate guard. Never run the equipment with
damaged guards or without guards in place!
11. All protective installations and guards supplied with
the equipment must be used during operation.
12. Always remove the battery cartridge from the
equipment:
- whenever leaving the equipment unattended;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
equipment;
- after striking a foreign object;
- whenever the equipment starts vibrating abnormally.
13. Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
Cutting Tools
1. Employ only the correct cutting tool for the job in hand.
Maintenance instructions
1. The condition of the equipment, in particular of the
cutting tool of the protective devices must be checked
before commencing work.
2. Turn off the motor and remove the battery cartridge
before carrying out maintenance, replacing cutting
tools or cleaning the equipment or cutting tool.
3. Check loose fasteners and damaged parts such as
cracks in the cutting attachment.
4. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
5. When not in use, store the equipment indoors in dry
and high or locked-up place - out of the reach of
children. Clean and maintain before storage.
6. Use only the manufacturer's recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
7. Inspect and maintain the equipment regularly,
especially before/after use. Have the equipment
repaired only by our authorized service center.
8. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.
CORDLESS HEDGE TRIMMER
SAFETY WARNINGS
1. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden
wiring. Cutter blades contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
2. Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter
blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the
switch is off when clearing jammed material. A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
3. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
cutter blade stopped. When transporting or
storing the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting
device cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer
will reduce possible personal injury from the cutter
blades.
4. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in wet or
very damp conditions. The electric motor is not
waterproof.
5. First-time users should have an experienced hedge
trimmer user show them how to use the trimmer.
6. The hedge trimmer must not be used by children or
young persons under 18 years of age. Young persons
over 16 years of age may be exempted from this
restriction if they are undergoing training under the
supervision of an expert.
7. Use the hedge trimmer only if you are in good physical
condition. If you are tired, your attention will be
reduced. Be especially careful at the end of a working
day. Perform all work calmly and carefully. The user is
responsible for all damages to third parties.
8. Never use the trimmer when under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
9. Work gloves of stout leather are part of the basic
equipment of the hedge trimmer and must always be
worn when working with it. Also wear sturdy shoes
with anti-skid soles.
10. Before starting work check to make sure that the
trimmer is in good and safe working order. Ensure
guards are fitted properly. The hedge trimmer must
not be used unless fully assembled.
11. Make sure you have a secure footing before starting
operation.
12. Hold the tool firmly when using the tool.
13. Do not operate the tool at no-load unnecessarily.
14. Immediately switch off the motor and remove the
battery cartridge if the cutter should come into contact
with a fence or other hard object. Check the cutter for
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damage, and if damaged repair immediately.
15. Before checking the cutter, taking care of faults, or
removing material caught in the cutter, always switch
off the trimmer and remove the battery cartridge.
16. Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery
cartridge before doing any maintenance work.
17. When moving the hedge trimmer to another location,
including during work, always remove the battery
cartridge and put the blade cover on the cutter blades.
Never carry or transport the trimmer with the cutter
running. Never grasp the cutter with your hands.
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