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PRECAUTIONS ON USING YOUR
CORDLESS TOOL
This product contains Nickel-Cadmium batteries which
must be disposed of properly.
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Be aware that this tool is always in an operating
condition, because it does not have to be plugged
into an electrical outlet.
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First, charge the battery.
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Be sure the battery is snapped in place.
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When not in use, lock the switch.
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When operating at a high place, be aware of things
below you.
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Before drilling into walls, ceilings, or floors, make
sure that there is no concealed electrical wiring
inside.
WARNING:
Drilling into electrical wiring can cause drill bit
and chuck to become electrically live. Do not
touch the chuck or metal housing when drilling
into a wall; grasp only the insulated handle(s)
provided on the tool.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER/CHARGING ASSEMBLY
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains important safety and operating instructions
for charging the battery with the following components:
MODEL
BATTERY
CHARGER
HP1441M
1400655
1400656
1400671
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Before using battery charger/charging assembly,
read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1)
battery charger, (2) battery, (3) charging assembly,
and (4) products using battery.
WARNING:
To reduce risk of injury, charge only nickel-
cadmium type rechargeable batteries. Other types
of batteries can burst causing personal injury and
damage.
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Do not expose charger/charging assembly to rain or
snow.
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Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the battery charger/charging assembly manufacturer
may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair and keep it from being drawn into
nearby air vents.
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they
are NOT safety glasses.
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PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face mask or
dust mask if operation is dusty.
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PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.
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SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work.
It's safer than using your hand and it frees both
hands to operate tool.
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DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support.
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MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
at all times, and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
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REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
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AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do not carry
the tool with your finger on the switch. Be sure switch
is off when installing battery pack.
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STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use
common sense. Do not operate tool when you are
tired. Do not rush.
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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 moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere in this operator's manual.
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DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN
IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced
by a Ryobi Authorized Service Center.
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DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate
tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
any medication.
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INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before drilling.
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DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A DAMP
OR WET LOCATION.
