Makita XNU01 Instruction Manual page 5

30. If the blades stop moving due to the stuck of
foreign objects between the blades during
operation, switch off the tool and remove the
battery cartridge, and then remove the foreign
objects using tools such as pliers. Removing
the foreign objects by hand may cause an injury
for the reason that the blades may move in reac-
tion to removing the foreign objects.
31. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
32. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
33. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
34. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
locations.
35. Before operation, examine the work area for
wire fences, stones, or other solid objects.
They can damage the blades.
36. When touching blades or adjusting the blade
angle, wear protective gloves. Blades can cut
bare hands severely.
37. Be careful not to accidentally contact a metal
fence or other hard objects during operation.
The blade will break and may cause serious injury.
38. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry the
tool when the battery cartridge is installed
and with finger on the switch. Make sure that
the switch is off when installing the battery
cartridge.
39. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cut-
ting edges when picking up or holding the tool.
40. Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
41. Maintain the tool with care. Keep cutting edge
sharp and clean for best performance and to
reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
42. Check damaged parts. Before further use of
the tool, any part which is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will oper-
ate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
and any other condition that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by your
authorized service center.
43. Use genuine spare parts only.
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.
WARNING:
Use of this product can create
dust containing chemicals which may cause
respiratory or other illnesses. Some examples of
these chemicals are compounds found in pesti-
cides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depend-
ing 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.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for tool.
volts
direct current
no load speed
revolutions or reciprocation per minute
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.
If operating time has become excessively
3.
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:
Do not touch the terminals with any con-
(1)
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
flow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
6.
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
7.
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.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
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