Safety Warnings - Makita DVC260 Instruction Manual

8.9.2015
Yasushi Fukaya
Director
Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium

SAFETY WARNINGS

Cordless vacuum cleaner safety
warnings
WARNING:
IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY
all safety warnings and all instructions BEFORE
USE . Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
1. Before use, make sure that this cleaner must
be used by people who have been adequately
instructed on the use of this cleaner.
2. Do not use the cleaner without the filter.
Replace a damaged filter immediately.
3. Do not attempt to pick up flammable materials,
fire works, lighted cigarettes, hot ashes, hot
metal chips, sharp materials such as razors,
needles, broken glass or the like.
4. NEVER USE THE CLEANER IN THE VICINITY
OF GASOLINE, GAS, PAINT, ADHESIVES OR
OTHER HIGHLY EXPLOSIVE SUBSTANCES.
The switch emits sparks when turned ON and
OFF. And so does the motor commutator during
operation. A dangerous explosion may result.
5. Never vacuum up toxic, carcinogenic, com-
bustible or other hazardous materials such
as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium,
lead, pesticides, or other health endangering
materials.
6. Never use the cleaner outdoors in the rain.
Do not use close to heat sources (stoves, etc.).
7.
8. Do not block cooling vents. These vents per-
mit cooling of the motor. Blockage should be
carefully avoided otherwise the motor will burn
out from lack of ventilation.
9. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
10. Do not fold, tug or step on the hose.
Stop the cleaner immediately if you notice
11.
poor performance or anything abnormal
during operation.
12. DISCONNECT THE BATTERIES. When not in
use, before servicing, and when changing
accessories.
13. Clean and service the cleaner immediately
after each use to keep it in tiptop operating
condition.
14. MAINTAIN THE CLEANER WITH CARE. Keep
the cleaner clean for better and safer per-
formance. Follow instructions for changing
accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free
from oil and grease.
15. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the cleaner, 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 moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized ser-
vice center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere
in this instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by authorized service center. Don't use
the cleaner if switch does not turn it on and off.
16. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts.
17. STORE IDLE CLEANER. When not in use, the
cleaner should be stored indoors.
18. Be kind to your cleaner. Rough handling can cause
breakage of even the most sturdily built cleaner.
19. Do not attempt to clean the exterior or interior
with benzine, thinner or cleaning chemicals.
Cracks and discoloration may be caused.
20. Do not use cleaner in an enclosed space where
flammable, explosive or toxic vapors are given
off by oil-base paint, paint-thinner, gasoline,
some mothproofing substances, etc., or in
areas where flammable dust is present.
21. Do not operate the cleaner while under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
22. As a basic rule of safety, use safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields.
23. Use a dust mask in dusty work conditions.
24. This machine is not intended for use by per-
sons including children with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of expe-
rience and knowledge.
25. Young children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the cleaner.
26. Never handle batteries and cleaner with wet hands.
27. Use extreme caution when cleaning on stairs.
28. Do not use the cleaner as a stool or work
bench. The machine may fall down and may
result in personal injury.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
1.
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
2. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
3.
grease.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
1.
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery char-
ger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
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.
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