Makita HB350 Original Instructions Manual page 5

the risk of electric shock.
e) When opera�ng a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If opera�ng a power tool in a damp loca�on is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
NOTE The term "residual current device (RCD)" can be replaced by the term "ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI)" or "earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)".
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when opera�ng a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are �red or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medica�on. A moment of
inatten�on while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protec�on. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c) Prevent uninten�onal starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connec�ng to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjus�ng key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached
to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. This enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away.
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connec�on of dust extrac�on and collec�on facili�es, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your applica�on. The correct power
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from
the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preven�ve safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tools or these instructions for power tools.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories, and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instruc�ons, taking into
account the working condi�ons and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.