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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Maintain tool with care. Keep fan area clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for proper maintenance.
• Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit.
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Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
• This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See
instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
• Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts
may create a hazard or cause product damage.
• Remove the battery pack before connecting tool.
FOR BATTERY-OPERATED POWER TOOLS:
• Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet locations.
• Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
• Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the appliance.
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Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage
to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
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Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials
such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to
battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the power tool with your finger on
the switch or energizing power tool that have the switch on invites accidents.
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Disconnect the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the power tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when
changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
• Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the
risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame.
An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
• Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has
been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly
dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.
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Do not attempt to clear clogs from tool without first removing the battery.
• Do not handle the charger, including the charger plug and terminals, with wet hands.
• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge the battery.
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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.
• Do not charge the battery outdoors.
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Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
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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.
