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Battery tool use and care
1. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the 
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to 
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the 
risk of electric shock.
2. Recharge only with the charger specied by 
the manufacturer.Achargerthatissuitablefor
onetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofre
whenusedwithanotherbatterypack.
3. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
4. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away 
from other metal objects, like paper clips, 
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal 
objects, that can make a connection from one 
terminal to another.Shortingthebatterytermi-
nalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
5. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be 
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If 
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical 
help.Liquidejectedfromthebatterymaycause
irritationorburns.
6. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a re. The 
cell may explode. Check with local codes for 
possible special disposal instructions.
7. 
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released 
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to 
the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
8. 
Do not charge battery in rain, or in wet locations.
Service
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied 
repair person using only identical replacement 
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power 
tool is maintained.
2. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
3. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and 
grease.
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 
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 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 require-
ments. 
Forcommercialtransportse.g.bythirdparties,
forwardingagents,specialrequirementonpack-
agingandlabelingmustbeobserved. 
Forpreparationoftheitembeingshipped,consult-
inganexpertforhazardousmaterialisrequired.
Pleasealsoobservepossiblymoredetailed
national regulations. 
Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the 
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.Installingthebatteriesto
non-compliantproductsmayresultinare,exces-
sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. 
Useofnon-genuineMakitabatteries,orbatteriesthat
havebeenaltered,mayresultinthebatterybursting
causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and 
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.
4. Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use 
it for a long period (more than six months).