General Safety Rules - Makita 6916D Instruction Manual

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
U S A o o ' l
(For All Battery Operated Tools)
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
2.
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.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you t o lose control.
Electrical S a f e t y
4. A battery operated tool 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 when
used w i t h another battery.
5. Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated battery pack.
Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
Personal S a f e t y
6.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating
a power tool. Do not 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.
7.
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.
8.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before
inserting battery pack. Carrying tools
with your
finger on the switch or
inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents.
9. Remove
adjusting
keys or wrenches before turning the tool on.
A
wrench
or a key that is left attached to 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, nonskid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
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