Makita BTL061Z Owners Manual - Page 4
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Tomoyasu Kato Director Responsible Manufacturer: Makita Corporation 3-11-8, Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi, JAPAN Authorized Representative in Europe: Makita International Europe Ltd. Michigan Drive, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Bucks MK15 8JD, ENGLAND GEB012-2 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to impact driver safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury. 1. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. 2. Always be sure you have a firm footing. Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations. 3. Hold the tool firmly. 4. Wear ear protectors. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury. ENC004-1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS used. 6. 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. 7. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 ゚ C (122 ゚ F). 8. 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. 9. Be careful not to drop or strike 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 battery 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. 4. Charge the Nickel Metal Hydride battery cartridge when you do not use it for more than six months. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 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. Always cover the battery terminals with the battery cover when the battery cartridge is not CAUTION: • Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool. Installing or removing battery cartridge Fig.1 • Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal of the battery cartridge. • To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge. • To insert the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Always insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red part on the upper side of the button, it is not locked completely. Insert it fully until the red 4