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WARNING: 
The vibration emission during actual 
use of the power tool can differ from the declared val-
ue(s) depending on the ways in which the tool is used 
especially what kind of workpiece is processed.
WARNING: 
Be sure to identify safety measures 
to protect the operator that are based on an estima-
tion of exposure in the actual conditions of use (tak-
ing account of all parts of the operating cycle such 
as the times when the tool is switched off and when 
it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
TheECdeclarationofconformityisincludedasAnnexA
to this instruction manual.
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) power tool.
NIBBLER SAFETY WARNINGS
1. Hold the tool rmly.
2. Secure the workpiece rmly.
3. Keep hands away from moving parts.
4. 
Edges and chips of the workpiece are sharp. 
Wear gloves. It is also recommended that you 
put on thickly bottomed shoes to prevent injury.
5. Do not put the tool on the chips of the work-
piece. Otherwise it can cause damage and 
trouble on the tool.
6. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool 
only when hand-held.
7. Always be sure you have a rm footing. 
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in 
high locations.
8. Do not touch the punch, die or the workpiece 
immediately after operation; they may be 
extremely hot and could burn your skin.
9. Avoid cutting electrical wires. It can cause 
serious accident by electric shock.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: DO NOT let comfort or famil-
iarity 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 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 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,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
agingandlabelingmustbeobserved. 
Forpreparationoftheitembeingshipped,consult-
ing an expert for hazardous material is required. 
Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed
national regulations. 
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the 
batteryinsuchamannerthatitcannotmove
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove 
it from the tool and dispose of it in a safe 
place. Follow your local regulations relating to 
disposal of battery.
12. Use the batteries only with the products 
specied by Makita.Installingthebatteriesto
non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces-
siveheat,explosion,orleakofelectrolyte.
13. If the tool is not used for a long period of time, 
the battery must be removed from the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. 
Useofnon-genuineMakitabatteries,orbatteriesthat
havebeenaltered,mayresultinthebatterybursting
causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill
alsovoidtheMakitawarrantyfortheMakitatooland
charger.