Makita GN900 Instruction Manual page 6

less fatigue by doing so.
A nail will be bent or the tool can become jammed if
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you mistakenly nail on top of another nail or strike a
knot in the wood. The nail may be thrown and hit
someone, or the tool itself can react dangerously.
Place the nails with care.
Do not point the ejection port at anyone in the
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vicinity. Keep hands and feet away from the
ejection port area.
Never carry the tool with your finger on the trigger
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or hand it to someone in this condition. Accidental
firing can be extremely dangerous.
Handle the tool carefully, as there is high pressure
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inside the tool that can be dangerous if a crack is
caused by rough handling (dropping or striking). Do
not attempt to carve or engrave on the tool.
Stop nailing operations immediately if you notice
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something wrong or out of the ordinary with the
tool.
Always remove the fuel cell, the battery cartridge
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and all of the nails:
− When unattended.
− Before performing any maintenance or repair.
− Before cleaning a jam.
− Before moving the tool to a new location.
Perform cleaning and maintenance right after
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finishing the job. Keep the tool in tip-top condition.
Lubricate moving parts to prevent rusting and
minimize friction-related wear. Wipe off all dust from
the parts.
Do not modify tool without authorization from
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Makita.
Ask Makita's Authorized service centers for
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periodical inspection of the tool.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
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maintenance and repairs should be performed by
Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using
Makita replacement parts.
Do not attempt to keep the trigger contact element
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depressed with tape or wire. Death or serious injury
may occur.
Always check contact element as instructed in this
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manual. Nails may be driven accidentally if the
safety mechanism is not working correctly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product
using battery.
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.
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
attention right away. It may result in loss of
your eyesight.
5. Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any
conductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a
container with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50 ﾟ C (122 ﾟ F).
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tips for maintaining maximum battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the
battery cartridge when you notice less tool
power.
2. Never recharge a fully charged
cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room
temperature at 10 ﾟ C - 40 ﾟ C (50 ﾟ F - 104 ﾟ F).
Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
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ENC007-6
battery