General Safety Rules; Read And Understand - Makita 12V 8413D Instruction Manual

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
(For All Battery Operated Tools)
WARNING!
Read and understand
all
instructions.
Failure
t o follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
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Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
Do
not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you t o lose control.
Electrical Safety
4. A battery operated t o o l with integral batteries or a separate battery pack
must be recharged only
with
the specified charger for the battery.
A
charger
that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire w h e n
used w i t h another battery.
5. Use battery operated t o o l only with specifically designated battery pack.
Use
of
any other batteries may create
a
risk of fire.
Personal Safetv
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9.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating
a power tool.
Do
n o t use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly.
Do
not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose
clothes, jewelry,
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or o f f position before
inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with your finger o n t h e switch or
inserting the battery pack into a tool
with
the switch o n invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the t o o l on.
A
wrench
or a key that is left attached t o a rotating part of the tool may result
in
personal
injury.
IO. Do
not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing
and balance enable better control
of
the tool in unexpected situations.
11. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
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