Makita 6916D Instruction Manual page 4

Tool Use a n d Care
12.
Use clamps or other practical way t o secure and support the workpiece t o
a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable
and may lead t o
loss
of control.
13. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
14. Do not use tool if switch does not turn
it
o n or off. A tool that cannot be
controlled w i t h the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
15. Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or o f f
position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the
risk
of
starting the tool
accident a 1 I y.
16. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
17. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like:
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal t o another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
18. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained tools w i t h sharp cutting edge are less likely t o bind and are easier
t o control.
19. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have
the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained tools.
20.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury
when used on another tool.
Service
21. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
22. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock
or injury.
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