Makita DUR142L Instruction Manual page 9

2. When using the tool, always wear sturdy shoes
with a non-slip sole. This protects against
injuries and ensures a good footing.
3. Wear protective glasses or goggles.
Electrical and battery safety
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
1.
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
2. 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.
3. Use power tools only with specifically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
4. 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 termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fire.
5. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
dentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The
6.
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
7.
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
Starting up the tool
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1. Make sure that there are no children or other
people within a working range of 15 meters
(50 ft), also pay attention to any animals in the
working vicinity. Otherwise stop using the tool.
2. Before use always check that the tool is safe for
operation. Check the security of the cutting tool
and the guard and the switch trigger/lever for
easy and proper action. Check for clean and dry
handles and test the on/off function of the switch.
3. Check damaged parts before further use of
the tool. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine
that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of mov-
ing 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 our authorized service center
unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
Switch on the motor only when hands and feet
4.
are away from the cutting tool.
5. Before starting make sure that the cutting
tool has no contact with hard objects such as
branches, stones etc. as the cutting tool will
revolve when starting.
Method of operation
1. Never operate the machine with damaged
guards or without the guards in place.
2. Only use the tool in good light and visibility.
During the winter season beware of slippery
or wet areas, ice and snow (risk of slipping).
Always ensure a safe footing.
3. Take care against injury to feet and hands from
the cutting tool.
4. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
means at all times and especially when switch-
ing on the motor.
5. Never cut above waist height.
Never stand on a ladder and run the tool.
6.
7. Never work on unstable surfaces.
8. Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
9.
10. Walk, never run.
11. Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within
the working range. Foreign particles may
damage the cutting tool and can cause to be
thrown away, resulting in a serious injury.
12. Never touch moving hazardous parts before
the machine is disconnected from the mains
and the moving hazardous parts have come to
a complete stop.
13. Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard
objects, immediately switch off the motor and
inspect the cutting tool.
14. Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool
must have reached full working speed.
15. During operation always hold the tool with
both hands. Never hold the tool with one hand
during use. Always ensure a safe footing.
16. All protective equipment such as guards
supplied with the tool must be used during
operation.
17. Except in case of emergency, never drop
or cast the tool to the ground or this may
severely damage the tool.
18. Never drag the tool on the ground when mov-
ing from place to place, the tool may become
damaged if moved in this manner.
19. Always remove the battery cartridge from the
tool:
whenever leaving the tool unattended;
—
— before clearing a blockage;
— before checking, cleaning or working on
the tool;
before making any adjustments, chang-
—
ing accessories or storing;
— whenever the tool starts vibrating
unusually;
— whenever transporting the tool.
20. Don't 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.
21. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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