Makita HS003G Instruction Manual

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9 ENGLISHOverheat protectionWhen the tool or battery is overheated, the tool stopsautomatically and the lamp blinks. In this case, let thetool and battery cool before turning the tool on again.Overdischarge protectionWhen the battery capacity becomes low, the tool stopsautomatically. If the product does not operate evenwhen the switches are operated, remove the batteriesfrom the tool and charge the batteries.Indicating the remaining batterycapacityPress the check button on the battery cartridge to indi-cate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lampslight up for a few seconds.12► 1. Indicator lamps 2. Check buttonIndicator lamps RemainingcapacityLighted Off Blinking75% to 100%50% to 75%25% to 50%0% to 25%Charge thebattery.The batterymay havemalfunctioned.NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and theambient temperature, the indication may differ slightlyfrom the actual capacity.Switch actionWARNING: Before installing the battery car-tridge into the tool, always check to see that theswitch trigger actuates properly and returns tothe "OFF" position when released.WARNING: NEVER defeat the lock-off buttonby taping down or some other means. A switch witha negated lock-off button may result in unintentionaloperation and serious personal injury.WARNING: NEVER use the tool if it runs whenyou simply pull the switch trigger without press-ing the lock-off button. A switch in need of repairmay result in unintentional operation and seriouspersonal injury. Return tool to a Makita service centerfor proper repairs BEFORE further usage.To prevent the switch trigger from being accidentallypulled, a lock-off button is provided. To start the tool,depress the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger.Release the switch trigger to stop.21► 1. Switch trigger 2. Lock-off buttonNOTICE: Do not pull the switch trigger hardwithout pressing in the lock-off button. This cancause switch breakage.CAUTION: The tool starts to brake the cir-cular saw blade rotation immediately after yourelease the switch trigger. Hold the tool firmly torespond the reaction of the brake when releasingthe switch trigger. Sudden reaction can drop the tooloff your hand and can cause a personal injury.