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The technical file in accordance with 2006/42/EC is 
available from: 
Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium 
 
31.12.2013 
 
000331 
Yasushi Fukaya 
Director 
Makita, Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2, 3070, Belgium 
 
GEA005-3 
General Power Tool Safety 
Warnings 
 
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all 
instructions.
 Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. 
Save all warnings and 
instructions for future reference. 
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your 
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated 
(cordless) power tool. 
Work area safety 
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or 
dark areas invite accidents. 
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive 
atmospheres, such as in the presence of 
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools 
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. 
3. Keep children and bystanders away while 
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause 
you to lose control. 
Electrical safety 
4. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never 
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any 
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power 
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will 
reduce risk of electric shock. 
5. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded 
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of 
electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. 
6. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet 
conditions. Water entering a power tool will 
increase the risk of electric shock. 
7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for 
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. 
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or 
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords 
increase the risk of electric shock. 
8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an 
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of 
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of 
electric shock. 
9. If operating a power tool in a damp location is 
unavoidable, use a residual current device 
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces 
the risk of electric shock. 
10. Use of power supply via a RCD with a rated 
residual current of 30mA or less is always 
recommended. 
Personal safety 
11. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use 
common sense when operating a power tool. 
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or 
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or 
medication. A moment of inattention while 
operating power tools may result in serious 
personal injury. 
12. Use personal protective equipment. Always 
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such 
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or 
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions 
will reduce personal injuries. 
13. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the 
switch is in the off-position before connecting 
to power source and/or battery pack, picking 
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with 
your finger on the switch or energising power tools 
that have the switch on invites accidents. 
14. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before 
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left 
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may 
result in personal injury. 
15. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 
balance at all times. This enables better control 
of the power tool in unexpected situations. 
16. 
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or 
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves 
away from moving parts.
 Loose clothes, jewellery or 
long hair can be caught in moving parts. 
17. If devices are provided for the connection of 
dust extraction and collection facilities, 
ensure these are connected and properly used. 
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related 
hazards. 
Power tool use and care 
18. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct 
power tool for your application. The correct 
power tool will do the job better and safer at the 
rate for which it was designed. 
19. Do not use the power tool if the switch does 
not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot 
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and 
must be repaired.