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4. Power tool use and care
a. Do not force the power tool. Use
the correct power tool for your
application.
The correct power tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
b. Do not use the power tool if the
switch does not turn it on and off.
Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or the battery pack from
the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools.
Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools.
Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition
that may affect the power tool’s operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories
and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and
the work to be performed.
Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h. Keep handles and grasping surfaces
dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5) Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger
specified by the manufacturer.
A
charger that is suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with
specifically designated battery
packs.
Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
c) 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 burns or a fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may
be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush
with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that
is damaged or modified.
Damaged or
modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of
injury.
BATTERY & CHARGER
SAFETY WARNINGS
BEFORE USING THE CHARGER OR
BATTERY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
AND CAUTIONARY MARKINGS ON THE
CHARGER, BATTERY PACK AND THE
PRODUCT USING THE BATTERY PACK. DO
NOT LOSE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Battery warnings
1. The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. First
read the safety instructions and then follow the charging
notes and procedures.
2. For optimum battery performance avoid low discharge
cycles. Charge the battery pack frequently.
3. Use and store the battery pack in dry conditions with low
humidity between 0-50
°
C, ideally at 15
°
C. Avoid exposing
battery pack and charger to direct sunlight.
4. Do not keep battery pack in places where temperatures are
liable to reach over 50
°
C, such as in a car, metal shed or
similar that is in direct sunlight.
5. Do not ignite the battery pack or expose it to fire. There is a
risk of explosion!
6. Do not exhaustively discharge batteries. Exhaustive
discharge will damage the battery cells. The most common
cause of exhaustive discharge is long-term storage and
continued use of low-charge batteries. Always store the
battery with some charge. Charge the batteries every 2-3
months to restore charge. Stop working as soon as the
performance of the battery falls noticeably or the electronic
protection system triggers.
7. Protect batteries and the tool from overloads. Overloads
will quickly result in overheating and cell damage inside the
battery housing without this overheating being apparent
externally.
8. Avoid damage and shocks. Do not use batteries which
have been dropped from a height of more than one meter
or strong external impact, even if the housing of the battery
pack appears to be undamaged. The battery cells inside
the battery may have suffered serious damage.
9. If the battery pack suffers overloading and overheating,
the integrated protective cut-off will switch off the
equipment. Do not press the ON/OFF switch on the tool if
the protective cut-off has actuated. This may damage the
battery pack. Allow the battery to cool to room temperature
before use.
10. Use only original battery packs. The use of other batteries
may result in injuries, explosion and a fire risk.
11. Protect your rechargeable battery against moisture, rain
and high humidity. Moisture, rain and high humidity can
cause dangerous cell damage. Never charge or use
batteries which have been exposed to moisture, rain or
high humidity.
12. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If
the plastic housing of the battery pack is damaged, do not
use the battery.
13. 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 burns or a fire.
14. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the
battery; avoid contact. If accidental contact occurs, flush
with water and seek medical help immediately. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
15. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk
of injury.
16. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive
temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130
°C may cause explosion.
17. Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery
packs should only be performed by the manufacturer.
18. Do not disassemble Battery. This may result in a risk of
electric shock, electrocution or fire.
Charger and the charging process warnings
1. Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the
battery charger. Ensure to only connect the battery charger
to a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating
plate.
2. Protect the battery charger and its cable from damage
and sharp edges. Have damaged cables repaired by an
authorised service agent before use.
3. Keep the battery charger, batteries and the cordless tool
out of children’s reach.
4. Do not use damaged battery chargers.
5. Do not use the supplied battery charger to charge other
cordless tools. Only charge XU1 rechargeable batteries
with an XU1 Charger.
6. The battery pack may become warm during use. Allow
the battery pack to cool to room temperature before
commencing with the charging.
7. Do not over-charge batteries. Do not exceed the maximum
charging times. These charging times only apply to
discharged batteries. Frequent insertion of a charged or
partly charged battery pack will result in over-charging and
cell damage. Do not leave fully charged batteries in the
charger.
8. Charge the battery pack in dry conditions with low humidity
between 0-25
°
C. Avoid exposing battery pack and charger
to direct sunlight. Charge indoors only.
9. Do not use batteries which have suffered deformation
during the charging process or shows any other signs
of abnormalities including, excessive curvature of the
housing, gassing, hissing or cracking.
10. Never fully discharge the battery pack. A complete
discharge of the battery pack will lead to premature
ageing of the battery cells.
11. Never charge the batteries unsupervised.
12. Do not cover or place any object on top of the charger,
place the charger away from heat sources.
13. To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord,
pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting
the charger.
14. Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
15. An extension cord should not be used unless necessary.
Use of an improper extension cord could result in the risk
of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool
to fire or excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C
may cause explosion.
g) Follow all charging instructions and
do not charge the battery pack or
tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions.
Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the
specified range may damage the battery and
increase the risk of fire.
6) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts.
This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
b) Never service damaged battery
packs.
Service of battery packs should only
be performed by the manufacturer or authorized
service provider.
