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5.
Do not short the battery cartridge:
(1)
Do not touch the terminals with any con-
ductive material.
(2)
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer with other metal objects such as
nails, coins, etc.
(3)
Do not expose battery cartridge to water
or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current
low, overheating, possible burns and even a
breakdown.
6.
Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 50°C (122°F).
7.
Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a ire.
8.
Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9.
Do not use a damaged battery.
10.
The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack
-
aging and labeling must be observed.
For preparation of the item being shipped, consult
-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required.
Please also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11.
Follow your local regulations relating to dis-
posal of battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
have been altered, may result in the battery burst-
ing causing ires, personal injury and damage. It will
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and
charger.
Tips for maintaining maximum
battery life
1.
Charge the battery cartridge before completely
discharged.
Always stop tool operation and charge the bat-
tery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2.
Never recharge a fully charged battery car-
tridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3.
Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10°C - 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Let a hot
battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4.
Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use
it for a long period (more than six months).
FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
Use with AC power:
WARNING:
•
Before plugging the cleaner, always make
sure that the cleaner is switched off.
Plugging
the cleaner with the switch on may cause an
unexpected start resulting in serious personal
injury.
1
1.
Plug (the shape and cord length may differ from
country to country)
Connect the plug to a power supply.
1
2
1
1.
AC power indicator
The AC power indicator lights up when setting the
stand-by switch to "I" side.
NOTE:
•
Even operating in DC power mode , the tool
is automatically changed into AC power mode
when plugged in.
•
If the tool is unplugged during operation with the
battery inserted, the cleaner gets into stand-by
state.