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3.
When transporting the tool in a vehicle, prop-
erly secure it to avoid turnover.
Otherwise
damage to the tool and other baggage may result.
Maintenance
1.
Have your tool serviced by our authorized
service center, always using only genuine
replacement parts.
Incorrect repair and poor
maintenance can shorten the life of the tool and
increase the risk of accidents.
2.
Before doing any maintenance or repair work
or cleaning the tool, always turn it off and
remove the battery cartridge.
3.
Always wear protective gloves when handling
the cutting blade.
4.
Always clean dust and dirt off the tool. Never
use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the
like for the purpose.
Discoloration, deformation
or cracks of the plastic components may result.
5.
After each use, tighten all screws and nuts.
6.
Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not
described in the instruction manual. Ask our
authorized service center for such work.
7.
Always use our genuine spare parts and
accessories only.
Using parts or accessories
supplied by a third party may result in the tool
breakdown, property damage and/or serious
injury.
8.
Request our authorized service center to
inspect and maintain the tool at regular
interval.
9.
Always keep the tool in good working condi-
tion.
Poor maintenance can result in inferior per-
formance and shorten the life of the tool.
10.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. Keep all cooling air inlets clear of
debris.
11.
Do not wash the tool with high pressure water.
12.
When washing the tool, do not let water enter
the electrical mechanism such as battery,
motor, and terminals.
13.
When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlight
and rain, and store it in a place where it does
not get hot or humid.
14.
Perform inspection or maintenance in a place
where rain can be avoided.
15.
After using the tool, remove the adhered dirt
and dry the tool completely before storing.
Depending on the season or the area, there is a
risk of malfunction due to freezing.
Storage
1.
Before storing the tool, perform full cleaning
and maintenance. Remove the battery car-
tridge. Attach the cover to the cutting blade.
2.
Store the tool in a dry and high or locked loca-
tion out of reach of children.
3.
Do not prop the tool against something, such
as a wall.
Otherwise it may fall suddenly and
cause an injury.
First aid
1.
Always have a first-aid kit close by.
Immediately replace any item taken from the
first aid kit.
2.
When asking for help, give the following
information:
— Place of the accident
— What happened
— Number of injured persons
— Nature of the injury
— Your name
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1.
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using
battery.
2.
Do not disassemble or tamper the battery
cartridge.
It may result in a fire, excessive heat,
or explosion.
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 atten-
tion right away. It may result in loss of your
eyesight.
5.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1)
Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2)
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer 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.
6.
Do not store and use the tool and battery car-
tridge in locations where the temperature may
reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
7.
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.
8.
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.
9.
Do not use a damaged battery.
