Makita UM600D Manual De Instrucciones página 13

1 2. Make sure you have a secure footing before
starting operation.
1 3. Hold the tool firmly when using the tool.
1 4 . Do not operate the tool at no-load
unnecessarily.
1 5 . Immediately switch off the motor and remove
the battery cartridge if the cutter should come
into contact with a fence or other hard object.
Check the cutter for damage, and if damaged
repair immediately.
1 6 . Before checking the cutter, taking care of
faults, or removing material caught in the cut-
ter, always switch off the trimmer and remove
the battery cartridge.
1 7. Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery
cartridge before doing any maintenance work.
1 8 . W hen moving the hedge trimmer to another
location, including during work, always
remove the battery cartridge and put the blade
cover on the cutter blades. Never carry or
transport the trimmer with the cutter running.
Never grasp the cutter with your hands.
1 9 . Clean the hedge trimmer and especially the
cutter after use, and before putting the trimmer
into storage for extended periods. Lightly oil the
cutter and put on the cover. The cover supplied
with the unit can be hung on the wall, providing a
sa f e an d pra c ti c al w a y to store t h e h e d ge trimmer.
20. Store the hedge trimmer with the cover on, in
a dry room. Keep it out of reach of children.
Never store the trimmer outdoors.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1 . Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions 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 atten-
tion 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 con-
ductive material.
( 2 ) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer 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
ow, 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 ° C (122 ° 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.
1 0. 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
aroun d in t h e pa c kaging.
1 1 . Follow your local regulations relating to dis-
posal of battery.
1 2. Use the batteries only with the products
specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to
non-compliant products may result in a fire, exces-
si v e h eat, e x plosion, or leak o f ele c trol y te.
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
c h arger.
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 battery car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery
service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10 ° C - 40 ° C (50 ° F - 104 ° F). Let
a hot battery cartridge cool down before
charging it.
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