Makita DCU180 Instruction Manual page 6

6. When operating the machine on rough ground,
decrease speed and exercise caution.
7. When using the machine, avoid soft ground
to prevent overturn due to the shoulder of the
road collapsing.
8. Do not operate the machine on upward slopes
greater than 12°.
9.
pull the brake lever and lock the brake, and
then turn the power off.
10. Before operating the machine, make sure that
the lock lever is fully pulled down and com-
pletely locked. If the lock is incomplete, there is
downhill.
11. Be careful not to entangle the cords with the
load or obstacles.
Operation on slopes
1. Do not cross on slopes.
2. Be sure to decrease speed and exercise
caution.
3. Exercise caution when starting or stopping the
machine on slopes.
4. As the loads become less stable on slopes,
5. As the machine becomes unstable depending
on the condition of the road, keep the load to a
minimum.
6. As the view is obscured on slopes, keep the
height of the load to a minimum.
7. Never park the machine on steep slopes. Park
lever and lock the brake, and then turn the
power off.
8. Do not change the direction or speed mode on
steep slopes.
9. Do not release the switch trigger on upward
slopes. The machine may go in reverse and
cause an accident.
10. Make sure that the remaining battery capacity
is enough before operating on slopes. If the
remaining battery capacity is not enough,
charge the battery or replace it with a charged
one.
Loading objects
1. Do not overload objects. When loading
objects, be sure to follow the instructions and
load limits in the manual.
2. Firmly secure the objects with ropes.
3. Load the objects within the carrier or bucket.
falling or contact obstacles such as walls.
4. Be sure that loaded objects are below eye
level. If the load is too high, it is dangerous
because the view is obscured. Also, there is a risk
to be unbalanced.
5. Load the objects on the carrier or bucket
evenly.
likely to be unbalanced.
6. Before loading the objects or operating the
machine, make sure that the lock lever is fully
pulled down and completely locked.
7.
balance.
8. Do not extend the front and side rails on steep
slopes. Extend the side rails when lightweight
objects are loaded.
9. When extending the front and side rails, do not
extend them over the extension limit. Be sure
to extend the side rails so that the right and
left sides are the same length, and load objects
evenly.
10.
11. When lifting and tilting the carrier or bucket,
a stable posture.
Maintenance
1.
ground and lock the brake lever before stor-
age or attempting to perform inspections or
maintenance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions 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
battery.
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 atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
breakdown.
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