Functional Description - Makita BPB180 Instruction Manual

7. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
8. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
9. When cutting metal, be cautious of hot flying
chips.
10. Do not leave the tool running unattended.
11. Do not touch the blade or the workpiece immedi-
ately after operation; they may be extremely hot
and could burn your skin.
12. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the cutting
tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal
parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual
may cause serious personal injury.
SYMBOLS
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
V............................volts
.......................direct current
.......................no load speed
.../min....................revolutions or reciprocation per
minute
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using bat-
tery.
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)
(2)
(3)
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the bat-
tery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
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2. Never recharge a fully charged battery car-
tridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room temper-
ature at 10°C - 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Let a hot bat-
tery cartridge cool down before charging it.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
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• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.
Installing or removing battery cartridge
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• Always switch off the tool before insertion or
removal of the battery cartridge.
• To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from
the tool while sliding the button on the front of the
cartridge.
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Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
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.
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3
1. Battery car-
tridge
2. Button
3. Red part