Makita HP1620 Instruction Manual

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313. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-ance at all times. Proper footing and balanceenables better control of the tool in unexpected situ-ations.14. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-tion. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, orhearing protection must be used for appropriate con-ditions. Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT eyeprotection.Tool Use and Care15. Use clamps or other practical way to secure andsupport the workpiece to a stable platform. Hold-ing the work by hand or against your body is unsta-ble and may lead to loss of control.16. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for yourapplication. The correct tool will do the job betterand safer at the rate for which it is designed.17. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on oroff. Any tool that cannot be controlled with theswitch is dangerous and must be repaired.18. Disconnect the plug from the power sourcebefore making any adjustments, changingaccessories, or storing the tool. Such preventivesafety measures reduce the risk of starting the toolaccidentally.19. Store idle tools out of reach of children andother untrained persons. Tools are dangerous inthe hands of untrained users.20. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting toolssharp and clean. Properly maintained tools withsharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and areeasier to control.21. Check for misalignment or binding of movingparts, breakage of parts, and any other conditionthat may affect the tools operation. If damaged,have the tool serviced before using. Many acci-dents are caused by poorly maintained tools.22. Use only accessories that are recommended bythe manufacturer for your model. Accessoriesthat may be suitable for one tool, may become haz-ardous when used on another tool.SERVICE23. Tool service must be performed only by qualifiedrepair personnel. Service or maintenance per-formed by unqualified personnel could result in a riskof injury.24. When servicing a tool, use only identicalreplacement parts. Follow instructions in theMaintenance section of this manual. Use of unau-thorized parts or failure to follow Maintenanceinstructions may create a risk of electric shock orinjury.USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD: Make sure yourextension cord is in good condition. When using anextension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough tocarry the current your product will draw. An undersizedcord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss ofpower and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size touse depending on cord length and nameplate ampererating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smallerthe gage number, the heavier the cord.SPECIFIC SAFETY RULESUSB002-2DO NOT let comfort or familiarity withproduct (gained from repeated use)replace strict adherence to hammer drillsafety rules. If you use this tool unsafelyor incorrectly, you can suffer serious per-sonal injury.1. Hold tools by insulated gripping surfaces whenperforming an operation where the cutting toolmay contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Con-tact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal partsof the tool “live” and shock the operator.2. Always be sure you have a firm footing. Be sureno one is below when using the tool in high loca-tions.3. Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Always usethe side grip.4. Keep hands away from rotating parts.5. Do not leave the tool running.Operate the tool only when hand-held.Table 1: Minimum gage for cordAmpere Rating Volts Total length of cord in feet120 V 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft.More Than Not More Than AWG0 6 18 16 16 146 10 18 16 14 1210 12 16 16 14 1212 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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