SAFETY WARNINGS FOR ELECTRIC UNITS
General Electric Safety
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Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions.
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Do not handle the unit with wet hands.
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Do not operate the unit in the rain, in wet conditions or on wet
surfaces.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, avoid body contact with
grounded conductors, such as metal pipes or wire fences.
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Do not operate the unit in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
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Only use this unit with RM300-PK (RM36V2AH-A) batteries. Only
charge RM300-PK (RM36V2AH-A) batteries with RM300-CH
(RM36VCGR-A) battery chargers. Only use RM300-CH
(RM36VCGR-A) battery chargers with RM300-PK (RM36V2AH-A)
batteries.
Battery and Battery Charger Safety
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A nameplate on the unit indicates the voltage used. Never
connect the unit to an AC voltage that differs from this voltage.
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An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a
risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
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Do not use multiple extension cords.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
SAFETY
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
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Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and
proper use of the unit.
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Before using any attachment, read and understand the manual
that came with the attachment. Follow all safety information
contained within.
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Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
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Children must not operate the unit. Teens must be accompanied
and guided by an adult.
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All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly
before operating the unit.
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Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure
all fasteners are in place and secure. Replace parts that are
cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Do not operate the
unit with loose or damaged parts.
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Be aware of risk of injury to the head, hands and feet.
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Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove
rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string and other objects that
may be thrown or become entangled with the unit.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
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Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep them
outside a 50-foot (15 m) radius, at a minimum. Even then, they are
still at risk from thrown objects. Encourage bystanders to wear
eye protection. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.
SYMBOL
MEANING
WARNING:
Signals a SERIOUS hazard.
Failure to obey a safety
WARNING
signal
CAN
result in
serious injury to yourself or to others.
CAUTION:
Signals a MODERATE hazard.
Failure to obey a safety
CAUTION
signal
MAY
result in
property damage or injury to yourself or to others.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to
possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations,
deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The
instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
NOTE:
Advises you of information or instructions vital to the
operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DANGER:
Signals an EXTREME hazard.
Failure to obey a safety
DANGER
signal
WILL
result in
serious injury or death to yourself or to others.
Read the operator’s manual and follow all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING:
This product contains a
chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING:
When using the unit, all safety
rules must be followed. Please read these instructions
before operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of
the operator and any bystanders. Please keep these
instructions for later use.
