Important safety instructions for 
battery cartridge 
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all 
instructions and cautionary markings on (1) 
battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product 
using battery. 
2. Do not disassemble battery cartridge. 
3. If operating time has become excessively 
shorter, stop operating immediately. It may 
result in a risk of overheating, possible burns 
and even an explosion. 
4. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them 
out with clear water and seek medical 
attention right away. It may result in loss of 
your eyesight. 
5. Do not short the battery cartridge: 
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any 
conductive material. 
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a 
container with other metal objects such 
as nails, coins, etc. 
(3) Do not expose battery cartridge to water 
or rain. 
A battery short can cause a large current flow, 
overheating, possible burns and even a 
breakdown. 
6. Do not store the tool and battery cartridge in 
locations where the temperature may reach or 
exceed 50 °C (122 °F). 
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if 
it is severely damaged or is completely worn 
out. The battery cartridge can explode in a 
fire. 
8. Be careful not to drop or strike battery. 
9. Do not use a damaged battery. 
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are 
subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation 
requirements. For commercial
 transports e.g. by third
 parties, forwarding agents, special 
requirement on packaging and labeling
 must be observed. For
 preparationof the item
 being shipped, consulting an expert 
for hazardous material is required. Please
 also observe possibly more
 detailed national regulations. 
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the 
battery in such a
 manner that it cannot
 move around in the packaging. 
11. Follow your local regulations relating to 
disposal of battery. 
12. Use the batteries only with the products 
specified by Makita. Installing the
 batteries to non-compliant
 products may result in
 a fire, excessive heat,
 explosion, or leak of
 electrolyte. 
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 
Tips for maintaining maximum 
battery life
1. Charge the battery cartridge before 
completely discharged. Always stop tool 
operation and charge the battery cartridge 
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 room 
temperature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). 
Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before 
charging it. 
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