418. Maintain tools with care. Keep cuttingtools sharp and clean. Properly maintainedtools with sharp cutting edge are less likely tobind and are easier to control.19. Check for misalignment or binding ofmoving parts, breakage of parts, and anyother condition that may affect the tool’soperation. If damaged, have the tool ser-viced before using. Many accidents arecaused by poorly maintained tools.20. Use only accessories that are recom-mended by the manufacturer for yourmodel. Accessories that may be suitable forone tool may create a risk of injury whenused on another tool.SERVICE21. Tool service must be performed only byqualified repair personnel. Service or main-tenance performed by unqualified personnelmay result in a risk of injury.22. When servicing a tool, use only identicalreplacement parts. Follow instructions inthe Maintenance section of this manual.Use of unauthorized parts or failure to followMaintenance instructions may create a risk ofshock or injury.SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES USB025-2DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained fromrepeated use) replace strict adherence to cordless impactwrench safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly,you can suffer serious personal injury.1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaceswhen performing an operation where thecutting tool may contact hidden wiring.Contact with a “live” wire will also makeexposed metal parts of the tool “live” andshock the operator.2. Be aware that this tool is always in anoperating condition, because it does nothave to be plugged into an electrical out-let.3. Wear ear protectors.4. Check the socket carefully for wear,cracks or damage before installation.5. Hold the tool firmly.6. Always be sure you have a firm footing.7. Be sure no one is below when using thetool in high locations.8. The proper fastening torque may differdepending upon the kind or size of thebolt. Check the torque with a torquewrench.