Makita GN900 Instruction Manual

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7• Do not attempt to keep the trigger contact elementdepressed with tape or wire. Death or serious injurymay occur.• Always check contact element as instructed in thismanual. Nails may be driven accidentally if the safetymechanism is not working correctly.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.ENC007-2IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONSFOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE1. Before using battery cartridge, read allinstructions and cautionary markings on (1)battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product usingbattery.2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge.3. If operating time has become excessively shorter,stop operating immediately. It may result in a riskof overheating, possible burns and even anexplosion.4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them outwith clear water and seek medical attention rightaway. It may result in loss of your eyesight.5. Do not short the battery cartridge:(1) Do not touch the terminals with anyconductive material.(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a containerwith other metal objects such as nails, coins,etc.(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water orrain. A battery short can cause a large currentflow, overheating, possible burns and even abreakdown.6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge inlocations where the temperature may reach orexceed 50°C (122°F).7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it isseverely damaged or is completely worn out. Thebattery cartridge can explode in a fire.8. 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 the batterycartridge when you notice less tool power.2. Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge.Overcharging shortens the battery service life.3. Charge the battery cartridge with roomtemperature at 10°C - 40°C (50°F - 104°F). Let a hotbattery cartridge cool down before charging it.Overview of the nailer (Fig. 2)FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONCAUTION:• Always be sure to remove the fuel cell, the batterycartridge and nails before adjusting or checkingfunction on the tool.Installing or removing battery cartridge(Fig. 3)• Always switch off the tool before insertion or removal ofthe battery cartridge.• To remove the battery cartridge, withdraw it from thetool while pressing the button on the side of thecartridge as shown in the figure. (Fig. 4)• To insert the battery cartridge, hold it so that the batterycartridge front shape fits to that of the batteryinstallment opening and slip it into place. Always insertit all the way until it locks in place with a little click. Ifnot, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causinginjury to you or someone around you.• Do not use force when inserting the battery cartridge. Ifthe cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not beinginserted correctly.Fuel cellAttaching the metering valve to the fuel cell (Fig. 5)Detach the cap (in case the metering valve is providedwith the cap). (Fig. 6)Push in the front edge. (Fig. 7)Push in the rear edge until it seats.Inserting the fuel cell (Fig. 8)Push up and pull the fuel cover to open. (Fig. 9)Insert the fuel cell directing the jet nozzle of the meteringvalve toward the adaptor. (Fig. 10)Insert the jet nozzle into the small hole of the adapterproperly. (Fig. 11)Put the fuel cover over the metering valve and push itdown to latch.Adjusting the nailing depthCAUTION:• Remove the fuel cell, the battery cartridge and nailsbefore adjusting the depth of nailing. (Fig. 12)With the hex wrench, loosen two screws and move thecontact element. Retighten screws firmly.Indication lampColor of the indication lamp means the followings.Blinking green: Normal statusBlinking red: Need to recharge the battery cartridgeLighting-up-red: Recharge the battery cartridge. Nailingcannot be performed due to no remaining batterycapacity.Blinking orange after blinking green and redalternately: Fault detection is running. Remove andreinsert the battery cartridge to reset. If fault detection isrunning again, it is malfunction condition.