11. When working at elevated locations, clear the area of
all other people and be aware of conditions below
you.
12. NEVER touch moving parts.
NEVER place your hands, fingers or other body parts
near the tool's moving parts.
13. NEVER operate without all guards in place.
NEVER operate this tool without all guards or safety
features in place and in proper working order. If
maintenance or servicing requires the removal of a
guard or safety feature, be sure to replace the guard
or safety feature before resuming operation of the
tool.
14. Use right tool.
Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended —for example
— don't use multi tool for cutting tree limbs or logs.
15. NEVER use a power tool for applications other
than those specified.
NEVER use a power tool for applications other than
those specified in the instruction manual.
16. Handle tool correctly.
Operate the tool according to the instructions
provided herein. Do not drop or throw the tool.
NEVER allow the tool to be operated by children,
individuals unfamiliar with its operation or
unauthorized personnel.
17. Keep all screws, bolts and covers tightly in
place.
Keep all screws, bolts, and plates tightly mounted.
Check their condition periodically.
18. Do not use power tools if the plastic housing or
handle is cracked.
Cracks in the tool's housing or handle can lead to
electric shock. Such tools should not be used until
repaired.
19. Application tools and accessories must be
securely mounted to the tool.
Prevent potential injuries to yourself or others.
Application tools, cutting implements and accessories
which have been mounted to the tool should be
secure and tight.
20. Keep motor air vent clean.
The tool's motor air vent must be kept clean so that
air can freely flow at all times. Check for dust build-up
frequently.
21. NEVER use a tool which is defective or operating
abnormally.
If the tool appears to be operating unusually, making
strange noises, or otherwise appears defective, stop
using it immediately and arrange for repairs by a
metabo HPT authorized service center.
22. NEVER leave tool running unattended. Turn
power off.
Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
23. Carefully handle power tools.
Should a power tool be dropped or struck against
hard materials inadvertently, it may be deformed,
cracked, or damaged.
24. Do not wipe plastic parts with solvent.
Solvents such as gasoline, thinner benzine, carbon
tetrachloride, and alcohol may damage and crack
plastic parts. Do not wipe them with such solvents.
Wipe plastic parts with a soft cloth lightly dampened
with soapy water and dry thoroughly.
25. Always wear eye protection that meets the
requirement of the latest revision of ANSI
Standard Z87.1.
26. ALWAYS wear a mask or respirator to protect
yourself from dust or potentially harmful
particles generated during operation.
27. ALWAYS firmly grip the handle while operating.
28. ALWAYS be careful with buried object such as an
underground wiring.
Touching these active wiring or electric cable with this
tool, you may receive an electric shock.
Confirm if there are any buried object such as electric
cable within the wall, floor or ceiling where you are
going to operate here after.
29. Working with metal can cause sparks. Make sure
there are no flammable and combustible materials in
the vicinity and that they are stored in a safe location.
30. The motor may stop in the event the tool is
overloaded. In this should occur, release the tool's
switch and eliminate the cause of the overload.
31. Do not leave the tool running unattended on the floor,
table or other locations. Doing so may result in injury.
32. If the application tool seems to be loose or uneven
after attaching it to the unit, re-attach the tool.
Operating the unit with a loose or uneven application
tool may result in injury.
33. Do not use the product if the tool or the battery
terminals (battery mount) are deformed.
Installing the battery could cause a short circuit that
could result in smoke emission or ignition.
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