Dewalt DW03601 Instruction Manual - Page 8

E • Do not operate the laser in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, Tool Use and Care or dust. This tool may create sparks which may ignite the • Do not use the laser if the Power/Transport Lock switch dust or fumes. does not turn the laser on or off. Any tool that cannot be • Store an idle laser out of reach of children and other controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. untrained persons. Lasers are dangerous in the hands of • Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this untrained users. manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow • Tool service MUST be performed by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified Maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. personnel may result in injury. To locate your nearest DEWALT service center go to http://www.DEWALT.com. Battery Safety • Do not use optical tools such as a telescope or transit to view the laser beam. Serious eye injury could result. • Do not place the laser in a position which may cause anyone to intentionally or unintentionally stare into the WARNING: Batteries can explode, or leak, and can cause injury or fire. To reduce this risk: laser beam. Serious eye injury could result. • Carefully follow all instructions and warnings on the battery • Do not position the laser near a reflective surface which label and package. may reflect the laser beam toward anyone's eyes. Serious • Always insert batteries correctly with regard to polarity eye injury could result. (+ and -), as marked on the battery and the equipment. • Turn the laser off when it is not in use. Leaving the laser on increases the risk of staring into the laser beam. • Do not modify the laser in any way. Modifying the tool may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure. • Do not operate the laser around children or allow children to operate the laser. Serious eye injury may result. • Do not remove or deface warning labels. If labels are removed, the user or others may inadvertently expose themselves to radiation. • Position the laser securely on a level surface. If the laser falls, damage to the laser or serious injury could result. • Do not short battery terminals. • Do not charge disposable batteries. • Do not mix old and new batteries. Replace all batteries at the same time with new batteries of the same brand and type. • Remove dead batteries immediately and dispose of per local codes. • Do not dispose of batteries in fire. • Keep batteries out of reach of children. • Remove batteries when the device is not in use. Personal Safety Installing AA Batteries • Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense Load new AA batteries in the DW03601 or DW03601CG laser. when operating the laser. Do not use the laser when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the laser may result in serious personal injury. 1. Turn the laser 180° in the attached pivot bracket (Figure B 1 ). 2. On the bottom of the laser, lift up the latch to open the battery • Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye compartment cover (Figure B 2 ). protection. Depending on the work conditions, wearing 3. Insert four new, high-quality, name brand AA batteries, making protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety sure to position the - and + ends of each battery as noted shoes, hard hat, and hearing protection will reduce personal inside the battery compartment (Figure B 3 ). injury. 8