10 ENGLISHConnecting lanyard (tether strap) tohookSafety warnings specific for use at heightRead all safety warnings and instructions. Failureto follow the warnings and instructions may result inserious injury.1. Always keep the tool tethered when working“at height”. Maximum lanyard length is 2 m.The maximum permissible fall height for lan-yard (tether strap) must not exceed 2 m.2. Use only with lanyards appropriate for this tooltype and rated for at least 4.0 kg.3. Do not anchor the tool lanyard to anything onyour body or on movable components. Anchorthe tool lanyard to a rigid structure that canwithstand the forces of a dropped tool.4. Make sure the lanyard is properly secured ateach end prior to use.5. Inspect the tool and lanyard before each usefor damage and proper function (includingfabric and stitching). Do not use if damaged ornot functioning properly.6. Do not wrap lanyards around or allow them tocome in contact with sharp or rough edges.7. Fasten the other end of the lanyard outsidethe working area so that a falling tool is heldsecurely.8. Attach the lanyard so that the tool will moveaway from the operator if it falls. Dropped toolswill swing on the lanyard, which could cause injuryor loss of balance.9. Do not use near moving parts or runningmachinery. Failure to do so may result in a crushor entanglement hazard.10. Do not carry the tool by the attachment deviceor the lanyard.11. Only transfer the tool between your handswhile you are properly balanced.12. Do not attach lanyards to the tool in a way thatkeeps switches or trigger-lock (if supplied)from operating properly.13. Avoid getting tangled in the lanyard.14. Keep lanyard away from the drilling or chisel-ling area of the tool.15. Use a locking carabiner (multi-action andscrew gate type). Do not use single actionspring clip carabiners.16. In the event the tool is dropped, it must betagged and removed from service, and shouldbe inspected by a Makita Factory or AuthorizedService Center.MAINTENANCECAUTION: Always be sure that the tool isswitched off and the battery cartridge is removedbefore attempting to perform inspection ormaintenance.NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner,alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation orcracks may result.To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment shouldbe performed by Makita Authorized or Factory ServiceCenters, always using Makita replacement parts.OPTIONALACCESSORIESCAUTION: These accessories or attachmentsare recommended for use with your Makita toolspecified in this manual. The use of any otheraccessories or attachments might present a risk ofinjury to persons. Only use accessory or attachmentfor its stated purpose.If you need any assistance for more details regard-ing these accessories, ask your local Makita ServiceCenter.• Bull point• Cold chisel• Scaling chisel• Grooving chisel• Bit grease• Hook• Makita genuine battery and charger• Safety goggles• Plastic carrying caseNOTE: Some items in the list may be included in thetool package as standard accessories. They maydiffer from country to country.