Functional Description; Installing Or Removing Battery Cartridge - Makita DLM380 Instruction Manual

rules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure to
follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual
may cause serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions
and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2)
battery, and (3) product using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
3. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out
with clear water and seek medical attention right
away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any
conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a
container with other metal objects such
as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 C (122 F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. Follow your local regulations relating to
disposal of battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the
completely discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the
battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature
at 10 C - 40 C (50 F - 104 F). Let a hot battery
cartridge cool down before charging it.
4. Charge the battery cartridge once in every six
months if you do not use it for a long period of time.
battery cartridge

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Installing or removing battery cartridge

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CAUTION:
Always switch off the tool before installing or
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removing the battery cartridge.
Make sure that you lock the battery cover before
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use. Otherwise, mud, dirt, or water may cause
damage to the product or the battery cartridge.
Always install the battery cartridge fully until the
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red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may
accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to
you or someone around you.
Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the
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cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being
inserted correctly.
NOTE:
The tool does not work with only one battery
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cartridge.
To install the battery cartridge;
1. Pull the battery cover locking lever toward
yourself and open the battery cover.
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2. To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue
on the battery cartridge with the groove in the
housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way
until it locks in place with a little click. If you can
see the red indicator on the upper side of the
button, it is not locked completely.
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1. Battery cover
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locking lever
2. Battery cover
1. Battery cover
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2. Battery cartridge