Makita RT001GM210 Instruction Manual

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18 ENGLISHSAFETY WARNINGSGeneral power tool safety warningsWARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-tions, illustrations and specifications providedwith this power tool. Failure to follow all instructionslisted below may result in electric shock, fire and/orserious injury.Save all warnings and instruc-tions for future reference.The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to yourmains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated(cordless) power tool.Cordless trimmer safety warnings1. Use clamps or another practical way to secureand support the workpiece to a stable plat-form. Holding the work by your hand or againstthe body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss ofcontrol.2. Hold the power tool by insulated grippingsurfaces only, because the cutter may contacthidden wiring. Cutting a "live" wire may makeexposed metal parts of the power tool "live" andcould give the operator an electric shock.3. Only use a trimmer bit that is rated at leastequal to the maximum speed marked on thetool. If the tool has a variable speed controlfunction, set the tool speed under the speedrating of the trimmer bit.4. The trimmer bit shank must match thedesigned collet chuck.5. Wear hearing protection during extendedperiod of operation.6. Handle the trimmer bits very carefully.7. Check the trimmer bit carefully for cracks ordamage before operation. Replace cracked ordamaged trimmer bit immediately.8. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove allnails from the workpiece before operation.9. Hold the tool firmly.10. Keep hands away from rotating parts.11. Make sure the trimmer bit is not contacting theworkpiece before the switch is turned on.12. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,let it run for a while. Watch for vibration orwobbling that could indicate improperlyinstalled trimmer bit.13. Be careful of the trimmer bit rotating directionand the feed direction.14. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the toolonly when hand-held.15. Always switch off and wait for the trimmer bitto come to a complete stop before removingthe tool from workpiece.16. Do not touch the trimmer bit immediately afteroperation; it may be extremely hot and couldburn your skin.17. Do not smear the base carelessly with thin-ner, gasoline, oil or the like. They may causecracks in the base.18. Use trimmer bits of the correct shank diametersuitable for the speed of the tool.19. Some material contains chemicals which maybe toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-tion and skin contact. Follow material suppliersafety data.20. Always use the correct dust mask/respiratorfor the material and application you are work-ing with.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or familiaritywith product (gained from repeated use) replacestrict adherence to safety rules for the subjectproduct. MISUSE or failure to follow the safetyrules stated in this instruction manual may causeserious personal injury.Important safety instructions forbattery cartridge1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-tions and cautionary markings on (1) batterycharger, (2) battery, and (3) product usingbattery.2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the batterycartridge. It may result in a fire, excessive heat,or explosion.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 medical atten-tion right away. It may result in loss of youreyesight.5. Do not short the battery cartridge:(1) Do not touch the terminals with any con-ductive material.(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-tainer with other metal objects such asnails, coins, etc.(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to wateror rain.A battery short can cause a large currentflow, overheating, possible burns and even abreakdown.6. Do not store and use the tool and battery car-tridge in locations where the temperature mayreach or exceed 50 °C (122 °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. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the batterycartridge, or hit against a hard object to thebattery cartridge. Such conduct may result in afire, excessive heat, or explosion.9. Do not use a damaged battery.