Personal Protective Equipment; Work Area Safety; Putting Into Operation - Makita DUR361U Instruction Manual

Personal protective equipment

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1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and
protective gloves to protect yourself from flying
debris or falling objects.
2. Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to prevent
hearing loss.
3. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe operation,
such as a work overall and sturdy, non-slip shoes.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Loose clothes,
jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
4. When touching the cutting blade, wear protective
gloves. Cutting blades can cut bare hands severely.

Work area safety

1. Operate the tool under good visibility and daylight
conditions only. Do not operate the tool in
darkness or fog.
2. Do not operate the tool in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. The tool creates sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
3. During operation, never stand on an unstable or
slippery surface or a steep slope. During the cold
season, beware of ice and snow and always
ensure secure footing.
4. During operation, keep bystanders or animals at
least 15 m away from the tool. Stop the tool as
soon as someone approaches.
5. Before operation, examine the work area for
stones or other solid objects. They can be thrown
or cause dangerous kickback and result in
serious injury and/or property damage.
6. WARNING: Use of this product can create
dust containing chemicals which may cause
respiratory or other illnesses. Some examples of
these chemicals
pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
are compounds found
Electrical and battery safety
1. Do not expose the tool to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering the tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
2. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it
on and off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before installing a battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying the
tool with your finger on the switch or energising
the tool that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one
type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when
used with another battery pack.
5. Use the tool only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs
may create a risk of injury and fire.
6. 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 to
another. Shorting the battery terminals together
may cause burns or a fire.
7. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, seek medical help. Liquid ejected
from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Putting into operation

1. Before assembling or adjusting the tool, remove
the battery cartridge.
2. Before handling the cutter blade, wear protective
gloves.
3. Before installing the battery cartridge, inspect the
tool for damages, loose screws/nuts or improper
assembly. Sharpen blunt cutter blade. If the cutter
blade is bent or damaged, replace it. Check all
control levers and switches for easy action. Clean
and dry the handles.
4. Never attempt to switch on the tool if it is
damaged or not fully assembled. Otherwise
serious injury may result.
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5. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
6. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to suit
the operator's body size.
7. When inserting a battery cartridge, keep the
cutting attachment clear of your body and other
object, including the ground. It may rotate when
starting and may cause injury or damage to the
tool and/or property.
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