Makita 3600BR Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should alwaysbe followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in dampor wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Don't expose power tools to rain.Don't use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.4. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and highor locked-up place - out of reach of children.5. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for whichit was intended.6. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of aheavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended.7. DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caughtin moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommendedwhen working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.8. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation isdusty.9. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect fromreceptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.10. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than usingyour hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.11. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.12. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better andsafer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace ifdamaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.13. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.14. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking tosee that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turningit on.15. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in tool with fingeron switch. Be sure switch is OFF when plugging in.16. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. -When tool is used outdoors, use onlyextension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.2