Important Safety Instructions For Battery - Makita PDC1200 Instruction Manual

10. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
11. Do not modify or attempt to repair the tool or
machine, or the battery pack except as indi-
cated in the instructions for use and care.
Electrical and battery safety
1. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
2. 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.
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet
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locations.
4. Do not charge the battery outdoors.
5. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,
and charger terminals with wet hands.
Symbols
The followings show the symbols used for unit.
volts
direct current
watt-hour
Wh
Important safety instructions for
battery
Before using battery, read all instructions and
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cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2)
battery, and (3) product using battery.
Do not disassemble battery.
2.
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.
Do not short the battery:
5.
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery in a container with
other metal objects such as nails, coins,
etc.
(3) Do not expose battery to water or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
flow, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the tool/machine and
battery in locations where the temperature
may reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out.
The battery can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
Do not use a damaged battery.
9.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required.
Please also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery, remove it from the
tool and dispose of it in a safe place. Follow
your local regulations relating to disposal of
battery.
12. Use the battery only with the products speci-
fied by Makita. Installing the battery to non-com-
pliant products may result in a fire, excessive heat,
explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
13. If the tool/machine is not used for a long
period of time, the battery must be removed
from the tool.
14. Keep the battery away from children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION:
Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
have been altered, may result in the battery bursting
causing fires, personal injury and damage. It will
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and
charger.
Tips for maintaining maximum
battery life
Charge the battery before completely dis-
1.
charged. Always stop tool/machine operation
and charge the battery when you notice less
tool power.
Never recharge a fully charged battery.
2.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
Charge the battery with room temperature at
3.
10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let a hot battery
cool down before charging it.
4. Charge the battery if you do not use it for a
long period (more than six months).
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