Makita DCO140 Instruction Manual

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4preventive safety measures reduce the risk ofstarting the power tool accidentally.20. Store idle power tools out of the reach ofchildren and do not allow persons unfamiliarwith the power tool or these instructions tooperate the power tool. Power tools aredangerous in the hands of untrained users.21. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignmentor binding of moving parts, breakage of partsand any other condition that may affect thepower tool’s operation. If damaged, have thepower tool repaired before use. Manyaccidents are caused by poorly maintained powertools.22. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properlymaintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edgesare less likely to bind and are easier to control.23. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bitsetc. in accordance with these instructions,taking into account the working conditionsand the work to be performed. Use of thepower tool for operations different from thoseintended could result in a hazardous situation.Battery tool use and care24. Recharge only with the charger specified bythe manufacturer. A charger that is suitable forone type of battery pack may create a risk of firewhen used with another battery pack.25. Use power tools only with specificallydesignated battery packs. Use of any otherbattery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.26. When battery pack is not in use, keep it awayfrom other metal objects, like paper clips,coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metalobjects, that can make a connection from oneterminal to another. Shorting the batteryterminals together may cause burns or a fire.27. Under abusive conditions, liquid may beejected from the battery; avoid contact. Ifcontact accidentally occurs, flush with water.If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seekmedical help. Liquid ejected from the batterymay cause irritation or burns.Service28. Have your power tool serviced by a qualifiedrepair person using only identicalreplacement parts. This will ensure that thesafety of the power tool is maintained.29. Follow instruction for lubricating andchanging accessories.30. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil andgrease.GEB123-1CORDLESS CUTOUT TOOLSAFETY WARNINGS1. Hold power tool by insulated grippingsurfaces, when performing an operationwhere the cutting accessory may contacthidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of thepower tool "live" and could give the operator anelectric shock.2. Use clamps or another practical way to secureand support the workpiece to a stableplatform.Holding the work by your hand oragainst the body leaves it unstable and may leadto loss of control.3. Wear eye protection and dust mask.4. Ventilate your work area adequately.5. Check the bit carefully for cracks or damagebefore operation. Replace cracked ordamaged bit immediately.6. Check for the proper clearance beneath theworkpiece before cutting so that the bit willnot strike a hard surface such as the floor,workbench, etc.7. Do not cut metal objects such as nails andscrews. Inspect for and remove all nails,screws and other foreign material from theworkpiece before operation.8. Check that the bit is not contacting theworkpiece before the switch is turned on.Always hold the tool with two hands whileswitching the tool on. The motor torque cancause the tool to turn.9. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,let it run for a while. Watch for vibration orwobbling that could indicate improperlyinstalled bit.10. Make sure that the shaft lock is releasedbefore the switch is turned on.11. Always use with the shoe securely attached tothe tool and positioned flat and firmly againstthe workpiece.12. Hold the tool firmly.13. Do not perform any operation using yourhands to support or guide the workpiece.14. Keep hands away from moving parts.15. Do not use this tool for drilling.16. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the toolonly when hand-held.17. Always switch off and wait for the bit to cometo a complete stop before removing the bitfrom workpiece.