4GEB003-4SPECIFIC SAFETY RULESDO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherenceto hammer drill safety rules. If you use this powertool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seriouspersonal injury.1. Wear ear protectors when impact drilling.Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.2. Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with thetool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.3. Hold power tool by insulated grippingsurfaces, when performing an operation wherethe cutting accessory may contact hiddenwiring or its own cord. Cutting accessorycontacting a "live" wire may make exposed metalparts of the power tool "live" and could give theoperator an electric shock.4. Always be sure you have a firm footing.Be sure no one is below when using the tool inhigh locations.5. Hold the tool firmly with both hands.6. Keep hands away from rotating parts.7. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the toolonly when hand-held.8. Do not touch the bit or the workpieceimmediately after operation; they may beextremely hot and could burn your skin.9. Some material contains chemicals which maybe toxic. Take caution to prevent dustinhalation and skin contact. Follow materialsupplier safety data.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated inthis instruction manual may cause serious personalinjury. ENC004-1IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONSFOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE1. Before using battery cartridge, read allinstructions and cautionary markings on (1)battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) productusing battery.2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.3. If operating time has become excessivelyshorter, stop operating immediately. It mayresult in a risk of overheating, possible burnsand even an explosion.4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse themout with clear water and seek medicalattention right away. It may result in loss ofyour eyesight.5. Always cover the battery terminals with thebattery cover when the battery cartridge is notused.6. Do not short the battery cartridge:(1) Do not touch the terminals with anyconductive material.(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in acontainer with other metal objects such asnails, coins, etc.(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to wateror rain.A battery short can cause a large currentflow, overheating, possible burns andeven a breakdown.7. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge inlocations where the temperature may reach orexceed 50 ゚ C (122 ゚ F).8. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even ifit is severely damaged or is completely wornout. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.9. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.Tips for maintaining maximum battery life1. Charge the battery cartridge before completelydischarged.Always stop tool operation and charge thebattery cartridge when you notice less toolpower.2. Never recharge a fully charged batterycartridge.Overcharging shortens the battery service life.3. Charge the battery cartridge with roomtemperature at 10 ゚ C - 40 ゚ C (50 ゚ F - 104 ゚ F).Let a hot battery cartridge cool down beforecharging it.4. Charge the Nickel Metal Hydride batterycartridge when you do not use it for more thansix months.