Makita 6227DW Instruction Manual page 6

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR CHARGER &
BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. S AVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This m anual
contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all Instructions and cautionary markings
on (1} battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
3. CAUTION -- To reduce dsk of injury, charge only MAKITA rechargeable
batteries marked on the charger label. Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and damage.
4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger
manufacturer may result In a dsk of fire, alectdc shock, or Injury to persons.
6. To reduce dsk of damage to eloctdo plug and cord, pull by plug rather than
cord when disconnecting charger.
7. Make sure cord Is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of
Improper extension cord could result In a dsk of fire and elactdc shock, if
extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape
as those of plug on charger;
b. That extension cord is properly wired end in good electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is at least as large as the one specified in the table below.
TABLE 1
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE FOR
EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
Length of Cord (Feet)
1161,611611BI
AWG 61ze of Cord
9. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug -- replace them Im-
mediately.
10. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or other-
wise damaged In any way; take It to a qualified san/Iceman.
11. Do not disassambla charger or battery cartridge; take It to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair Is required. Incorrect rsassambly may
result in a risk of electdc shock or fire.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempt-
Ing any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls wm not reduce this dsk.
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