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SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided 
with this power tool.Failuretofollowallinstructions
listedbelowmayresultinelectricshock,reand/or
seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
Theterm"powertool"inthewarningsreferstoyour
mains-operated(corded)powertoolorbattery-operated
(cordless)powertool.
Cordless impact driver safety 
warnings
1. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping 
surfaces, when performing an operation 
where the fastener may contact hidden wiring. 
Fastenerscontactinga"live"wiremaymake
exposedmetalpartsofthepowertool"live"and
could give the operator an electric shock.
2. Always be sure you have a rm footing.
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in 
high locations.
3. Hold the tool rmly.
4. Wear ear protectors.
5. Do not touch the bit or the workpiece immedi-
ately after operation. They may be extremely 
hot and could burn your skin.
6. Keep hands away from rotating parts.
7. Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the 
tool.Lossofcontrolcancausepersonalinjury.
8. 
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping sur-
faces, when performing an operation where the 
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. 
Cuttingaccessorycontactinga"live"wiremay
makeexposedmetalpartsofthepowertool"live"
and could give the operator an electric shock.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: 
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity 
with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict 
adherence to safety rules for the subject product.
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in this 
instruction manual may cause serious personal injury.
Important safety instructions for 
battery cartridge
1. 
Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery char-
ger, (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 atten-
tion 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 con-
ductive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery cartridge in a con-
tainer 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 
ow, 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 re.
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. 
Forcommercialtransportse.g.bythirdparties,
forwardingagents,specialrequirementonpack-
aging and labeling must be observed. 
Forpreparationoftheitembeingshipped,consult-
inganexpertforhazardousmaterialisrequired.
Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed
national regulations. 
Tapeormaskoffopencontactsandpackupthe
batteryinsuchamannerthatitcannotmove
around in the packaging.
11. Follow your local regulations relating to dis-
posal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products 
specied by Makita. Installing the batteries to 
non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces-
siveheat,explosion,orleakofelectrolyte.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. 
Useofnon-genuineMakitabatteries,orbatteriesthat
havebeenaltered,mayresultinthebatterybursting
causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill
alsovoidtheMakitawarrantyfortheMakitatooland
charger.
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 car-
tridge. Overcharging shortens the battery 
service life.
3. Charge the battery cartridge with room tem-
perature at 10 °C - 40 °C (50 °F - 104 °F). Let 
a hot battery cartridge cool down before 
charging it.