Makita ML007G Instruction Manual - Page 5

• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. • Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. • Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C (265 °F) may cause explosion. • Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. • Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained. • Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care. Important safety instructions for battery cartridge • Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery. • Do not disassemble or tamper the battery cartridge. It may result in a fire, excessive heat, or explosion. • If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion. • 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. • 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. • Do not store and use the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F). • 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. • Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a fire, excessive heat, or explosion. • Do not use a damaged battery. • The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. For commercial transports e.g. by third parties, forwarding agents, special requirement on packaging and labeling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting 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 around in the packaging. • When disposing the battery cartridge, remove it from the appliance and dispose of it in a safe place. Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of battery. • Use the batteries only with the products specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to non-compliant products may result in a fire, excessive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte. • If the tool is not used for a long period of time, the battery must be removed from the tool. • During and after use, the battery cartridge may take on heat which can cause burns or low temperature burns. Pay attention to the handling of hot battery cartridges. • Do not touch the terminal of the tool immediately after use as it may get hot enough to cause burns. • Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery cartridge. It may result in poor performance or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge. • Unless the tool supports the use near high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use the battery cartridge near high-voltage electrical power lines. It may result in a malfunction or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge. • Keep the battery away from children. 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. lt will also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger. 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 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it. 4. When not using the battery cartridge, remove it from the appliance or the charger. 5. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period (more than six months). 5 English