©Copyright Amkus Rescue Systems, Inc. 2016-2017
LAI-001 August 31, 2017 Rev01
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4.0 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
NOTICE
AMKUS electric motors, batteries, and chargers are not waterproof and are not intended for
immersion.
Consult Safety Manual LAA-001 for risk associated with electric rescue tools. Consult DeWALT safety data sheet for risk associated
with DeWalt DCB battery and charger. Observe warnings provided with the battery and charger.
4.1 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that appropriate protective clothing and equipment are used to provide protection from
those hazards to which personnel are exposed or could be exposed while working with this product.
4.2 TRAINING
This product is designed to be used by emergency services personnel to facilitate the extrication of victims from entrapment. Its
use should be limited to trained personnel only. All personnel using this equipment are assumed to have completed a course of
instruction that is acknowledged as being educationally sound by the local authority having jurisdiction over such training. This
document contains basic operating and maintenance instructions only.
4.3 OPERATING CONSIDERATIONS
AMKUS ION Tools are intended for intermittent use with suffi ciently longs pauses to allow the oil to cool. If the tool becomes too hot to
touch, the temperature is above 120 deg F (49°C). When oil temperature reaches 158°F (70°C) the effi ciency is signifi cantly reduced
and the tool should be stopped to cool down.
• Avoid overheating.
• Keep motor cooling vents unobstructed and the heat sink fi ns clean.
• Remove the battery prior to cleaning, servicing, or inspecting the tool.
• Make sure to power off tool prior to replacing tips.
• After use, clean off any accumulated oil, grease, dirt, or corrosive substances.
• Use a damp cloth and soapy water to clean components.
NOTICE
Store electric tools in a secure dry place that can only be accessed by authorized staff .
5.0 SET-UP PROCEDURE
AMKUS equipment is manufactured with superior craftsmanship and quality that is backed by the standard warranty which is
published on the AMKUS website. Normally, AMKUS equipment is prepared and serviced by your dealer prior to delivery. If, however,
you have decided to place the equipment into service yourself, remove equipment from the packing cartons and carefully inspect for
damage. Damage that occurs during shipment should be reported immediately to the carrier.
5.1 CHARGE THE BATTERY
Charge the battery before use;
• Plug the charger into 110 VAC power outlet before
inserting a battery pack
• Insert the battery pack into the charger
• The charger has a three-light charge indicator that blinks
according to the state of the charge of the battery pack.
• Charging is complete when three red lights remain ON
• The battery is fully charged and may be used, or left in
the charger
Figure 5.1
