Important Safety Instructions; Meanings Of Signal Words; Safety; Cordless Radio Safety Warnings - Hitachi UR 18DSL Safety Instructions And Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in the Instruction Manual before
operating or maintaining this tool.
Most accidents that result from tool operation and maintenance are caused by the failure to observe basic safety rules or
precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing a potentially hazardous situation before it occurs, and by
observing appropriate safety procedures.
Basic safety precautions are outlined in the "SAFETY" section of this Instruction Manual and in the sections which contain
the operation and maintenance instructions.
Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identifi ed by WARNINGS on the tool and
in this Instruction Manual.
NEVER use this tool in a manner that has not been specifi cally recommended by HITACHI.

MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if ignored, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or may
cause machine damage.
NOTE emphasizes essential information.

CORDLESS RADIO SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
1. Use only the specifi ed power supply voltage.
● Use of any other voltage may lead to fi re or electric
shock.
2. Avoid damaging the AC adapter cord.
● Do not modify, forcibly bend, twist or pull the cord,
place heavy objects on it or place it near heating
appliances.
● When not in use, remove the power plug (AC
adapter) from the electric socket and from the radio.
Failure to do so may lead to electric shock or fi re.
3. Do not touch the power plug (AC adapter) with wet
hands.
● Doing so may result in electric shock.
4. Do not use the radio in the bathroom or shower.
● Do not use the radio in wet or damp places or in
the rain.
Doing so may result in electric shock, emission of
smoke or malfunction.

SAFETY

5. Do not touch the FM antenna or power plug (AC
adapter) during thunderstorms.
● Doing so may result in electric shock.
6. Do not disassemble or modify the radio.
● Doing so may result in electric shock or fi re.
Inspections and repairs should be performed by the
store where purchased or by a Hitachi power tool
service center.
7. Insert the power plug (AC adapter) securely as far
as it will go.
● Dust or dirt between the power plug and the electric
socket may lead to fi re. Remove the power plug
periodically and wipe off any dust or dirt with a dry
cloth.
8. Do not let any unspecifi ed objects or water get
inside the radio body.
● With the exception of the AC adapter and the
rechargeable battery, if any metal or fl ammable
object or water gets inside the rear door, it may lead
to electric shock or fi re.
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