MCL1238RA, - G, - O
2
rev. 06/06/19
MCL1238RA 12V 3/8" High Speed Ratchet
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
(FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS)
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric
shock, fire, explosion and/or serious personal injury.
It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all
personnel read this manual prior to using the device.
It is also the responsibility of the device owner to keep
this manual intact and in a convenient location for all to
see and read. If the manual or product labels are lost
or not legible, contact Matco Tools for replacements. If
the operator is not fluent in English, the product and
safety instructions shall be read and discussed with
the operator in the operator's native language by the
purchaser/owner or his designee, making sure that the
operator comprehends its contents.
Work Area Safety
• Keep your work area clean and well lit .
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents .
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust .
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes .
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating
a power tool . Distractions can cause you to lose control and
endanger others .
Electrical Safety
• A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate
battery pack must be recharged only with the specified
charger for the battery . A charger that may be suitable for
one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery .
• Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated
battery pack . Use of any other batteries may create a risk of
fire .
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense
when operating a power tool . Do not use tool while tired
or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication . A
moment of inattention while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury .
• Dress properly . Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry . Contain
long hair . Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from
moving parts . Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts .
• Avoid accidental starting . Be sure switch is in the locked or
"off" position before inserting battery pack . Carrying tools
with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack
into a tool with the switch on invites accidents .
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool
on . A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part
of the tool may result in personal injury .
• Repetitive motions or exposure to vibration may be harmful to
hands or arms .
• Do not overreach . Keep proper footing and balance at all
times . Proper footing and balance enable better control of the
tool in unexpected situations .
• Use safety equipment . Always wear eye protection . Dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
must be used for appropriate conditions .
Tool Use and Care
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support
the workpiece to a stable platform . Holding the work by hand
or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of
control .
• Do not force tool . Use the correct tool for your application .
• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off . A tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired .
• Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in
the locked or "off" position before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool . Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally .
• Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained
persons . Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users .
• 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 sparks, burns, or a fire .
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s
operation . If damaged, have the tool serviced before using .
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools .
•
Use only impact sockets and accessories that are
recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create
a risk of injury when used on another tool.
Service
• Tool service must be performed only by the MATCO
authorized service centers listed . Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of
injury . Repair by unqualified personnel, use of unauthorized
parts, and failure to follow maintenance instructions may
create a risk of shock or injury .
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RE SULT IN IN JU RY.
WARNING
WARNING:
This product can expose you to
chemicals including phthalates, which is known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
