IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER & BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS — This manual
contains important safety and operating instruc-
tions for battery charger.
2.
Before using battery charger, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using bat-
tery.
3.
CAUTION — To reduce risk of injury, charge only
MAKITA type rechargeable batteries. 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 risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to per-
sons.
6.
To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and
cord, pull by plug rather than cord when discon-
necting 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.
Do not operate charger with damaged cord or
plug — replace them immediately.
9.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in
any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
10. Do not disassemble charger or battery cartridge;
take it to a qualified serviceman when service or
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
11. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce
this risk.
12. The battery charger is not intended for use by
young children or infirm persons without super-
vision.
13. Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the battery charger.
14. If operating time has become excessively
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns
and even an explosion.
15. 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR
CHARGER & BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1.
Do not charge battery cartridge when tempera-
ture is BELOW 10°C (50°F) or ABOVE 40°C
(104°F).
2.
Do not attempt to use a step-up transformer, an
engine generator or DC power receptacle.
3.
Do not allow anything to cover or clog the
charger vents.
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4.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conduc-
tive material.
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(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 break-
down.
5.
Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50°C (122°F).
6.
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.
7.
Be careful not to drop, shake or strike battery.
8.
Do not charge inside a box or container of any
kind. The battery must be placed in a well venti-
lated area during charging.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOOL
1.
Be aware that this tool is always in an operating
condition, because it does not have to be
plugged into an electrical outlet.
2.
Wear eye protection.
3.
Keep hands out of path of saw blade. Avoid con-
tact with any coasting blade. It can still cause
severe injury.
4.
Do not operate saw without guards in place.
Check blade guard for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate saw if blade guard
does not move freely and close instantly. Never
clamp or tie the blade guard into the open posi-
tion.
5.
Do not perform any operation freehand. The
workpiece must be secured firmly against the
turn base and guide fence with the vise during
all operations. Never use your hand to secure
the workpiece.
6.
Never reach around saw blade.
7.
Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop
before moving workpiece or changing settings.
8.
Remove battery from tool before chaging blade
or servicing.
9.
Don't use the tool in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
10. Check the blade carefully for cracks or damage
before operation. Replace cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
11. Use only flanges specified for this tool.
12. Be careful not to damage the arbor, flanges
(especially the installing surface) or bolt. Dam-
age to these parts could result in blade break-
age.
13. Make sure that the turn base is properly secured
so it will not move during operation.
14. For your safety, remove the chips, small pieces,
etc. from the table top before operation.
15. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all
nails from the workpiece before operation.
16. Make sure the shaft lock is released before the
switch is turned on.
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