Makita DUC252 Instruction Manual

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9must always to be worn. Safety shoesequipped with a protective layer provideprotection against cuts and ensure a securefooting. For working in trees the safety bootsmust be suitable for climbing techniques.Vibration1. Individuals with poor circulation who are exposedto excessive vibration may experience injury toblood vessels or the nervous system. Vibrationmay cause the following symptoms to occur in thefingers, hands or wrists: “Falling asleep”(numbness), tingling, pain, stabbing sensation,alteration of skin colour or of the skin. If any ofthese symptoms occur, see a physician! Toreduce the risk of “white finger disease”, keepyour hands warm during operation and wellmaintain the equipment and accessories.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING:DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gainedfrom repeated use) replace strict adherence to safetyrules for the subject product. MISUSE or failure tofollow the safety rules stated in this instruction manualmay cause serious personal injury. ENC007-8IMPORTANT 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. 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 suchas nails, coins, etc.(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to wateror rain.A battery short can cause a large current flow,overheating, possible burns and even abreakdown.6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge inlocations where the temperature may reach orexceed 50 ﾟ C (122 ﾟ F).7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even ifit is severely damaged or is completely wornout. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery.9. Do not use a damaged battery.10. Follow your local regulations relating todisposal of battery.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.Tips for maintaining maximum battery life1. Charge the battery cartridge beforecompletely discharged.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 battery cartridge once in every sixmonths if you do not use it for a long periodof time.