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11. Secure the work
– Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
12. Do not over-reach
– Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
13. Maintain tools with care
– Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubrica-
tion and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords
periodically and if damaged have repaired by an
authorized service facility.
14. Disconnect tools
– Where the design permits, disconnect the tool
from its battery pack when not in use, before ser-
vicing and when changing accessories such as
blades, bits and cutters.
15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
– Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.
16. Avoid unintentional starting
– Do not carry the tool with a finger on the switch.
17. Stay alert
– Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
18. Check damaged parts
– Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of mov-
ing parts, free running of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting and any other condition that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service facility unless
otherwise indicated in this instruction manual.
Have defective switches replaced by an authorized
service facility. Do not use the tool if the switch
does not turn it on and off.
19. Warning
– The use of any accessory or attachment, other
than recommended in this instruction manual or
the catalog, may present a risk of personal injury.
– Ensure that the battery pack is correct for the tool.
– Ensure that the outside surface of battery pack or
tool is clean and dry before plugging into charger.
– Ensure that batteries are charged using the cor-
rect charger recommended by the manufacturer.
Incorrect use may result in a risk of electric shock,
overheating or leakage of corrosive liquid from the
battery.
20. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person
– This tool is constructed in accordance with the rel-
evant safety requirements. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original
spare parts, otherwise this may result in consider-
able danger to the user.
21. Disposal of battery
– Ensure battery is disposed of safety as instructed
by the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER & BATTERY CARTRIDGE
ENC004-1
1.
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using bat-
tery.
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 bat-
tery cover when the battery cartridge is not
used.
6.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conduc-
tive 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 break-
down.
7.
Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50°C (122°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 bat-
tery 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 tempera-
ture at 10°C – 40°C (50°F – 104°F). Let a hot bat-
tery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4.
Charge the Nickel Metal Hydride battery car-
tridge when you do not use it for more than six
months.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
ENB022-1
1.
Be aware that this tool is always in an operating
condition, because it does not have to be
plugged into an electrical outlet.
2.
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a “live”
wire will also make exposed metal parts of the
tool “live” and shock the operator.
3.
Always be sure you have a firm footing.
4.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in
high locations.
