Makita XLC04ZBX4 XLC04 Instruction Manual - Page 3

7. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow. 8. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. 9. Turn off all controls before removing the battery cartridge. 10. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. 11. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present. 12. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 13. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place. 14. Do not charge the battery outdoors. 15. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents. 16. Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally. 20. 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. 21. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury. 22. Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explosion. 23. 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. 24. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained. 25. Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. ADDITIONAL 17. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. 18. Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire. 19. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. SAFETY RULES This appliance is intended for household use. 1. Read this instruction manual and the charger instruction manual carefully before use. 2. Do not vacuum the following: • Flammable liquid (kerosene, gasoline, solvents such as benzine, thinner, etc.) • Hot substances that are burning or smoking (cigarettes, matches, incense sticks, candles, hot ashes), sparks and metal dust generated by cutting or grinding metal, etc. 3 ENGLISH