Makita UA004G Instruction Manual

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7 ENGLISH2. Before doing any maintenance or repair workor cleaning the tool, always switch off the tooland remove the battery cartridge. Wait until thetool cools down.3. Always wear protective gloves when handlingthe saw chain.4. After each use, tighten all screws and nuts,except for adjustment screws.5. Keep the saw chain sharp. If the saw chainhas become blunt and cutting performance ispoor, ask Makita authorized service center tosharpen it or replace it with new one.6. Do not attempt any maintenance or repairnot described in this instruction manual. AskMakita authorized service center for suchwork.7. Always use Makita genuine spare parts andaccessories only. Using parts or accessoriessupplied by a third party may result in the toolbreakdown, property damage and/or seriousinjury.Storage1. Before storing the tool, perform full cleaningand maintenance. Fit the guide bar cover.Remove the battery cartridge. Drain the chainoil after the tool cools down.2. Store the tool in a dry and high or locked loca-tion out of reach of children.3. Do not prop the tool against something, suchas a wall. Otherwise it may fall suddenly andcause an injury.4. When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlightand rain, and store it in a place where it doesnot get hot or humid.Electrical and battery safety1. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire.The cell may explode. Check with local codes forpossible special disposal instructions.2. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).Released electrolyte is corrosive and may causedamage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic ifswallowed.3. Do not charge battery in rain, or in wetlocations.4. Do not charge the battery outdoors.5. Do not handle charger, including charger plug,and charger terminals with wet hands.6. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use thetool in dump or wet locations or expose it torain. Water entering the tool will increase the riskof electric shock.7. Do not replace the battery in the rain.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 using battery.2. Do not disassemble or tamper the battery cartridge.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 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 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 current flow, over-heating, possible burns and even a breakdown.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.10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject tothe Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-aging and labeling must be observed.For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting anexpert for hazardous material is required. Please alsoobserve possibly more detailed national regulations.Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up thebattery in such a manner that it cannot movearound in the packaging.11. When disposing the battery cartridge, removeit from the tool and dispose of it in a safeplace. Follow your local regulations relating todisposal of battery.12. Use the batteries only with the productsspecified by Makita. Installing the batteries tonon-compliant products may result in a fire, exces-sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time,the battery must be removed from the tool.14. During and after use, the battery cartridge maytake on heat which can cause burns or lowtemperature burns. Pay attention to the han-dling of hot battery cartridges.15. Do not touch the terminal of the tool imme-diately after use as it may get hot enough tocause burns.