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2. Use power tools only with specically desig-
nated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
3. 
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. Shorting the 
batteryterminalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
4. 
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected 
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
dentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts 
eyes, additionally seek medical help.Liquidejected
fromthebatterymaycauseirritationorburns.
5. 
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or 
modied.Damagedormodiedbatteriesmayexhibitunpre-
dictablebehaviourresultinginre,explosionorriskofinjury.
6. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or 
excessive temperature.Exposuretoreortem-
peratureabove130°Cmaycauseexplosion.
7. 
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge 
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature 
range specied in the instructions. Charging improp-
erlyorattemperaturesoutsidethespeciedrangemay
damagethebatteryandincreasetheriskofre.
Service
1. 
Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair 
person using only identical replacement parts. This will 
ensurethatthesafetyofthepowertoolismaintained.
2. Never service damaged battery packs. Service 
ofbatterypacksshouldonlybeperformedbythe
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
3. Follow instruction for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories.
Cordless Shear Wrench 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
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and 
could give the operator an electric shock.
2. 
Before using power tool, make sure that the outer 
sleeve smoothly turns by hand. When it does 
not smoothly turn, never use it and ask Makita 
Authorized Service Center for check and repair.
3. 
When sheared bolt tip falls without pulling the 
eject lever, never use the tool and ask Makita 
Authorized Service Center for check and repair.
4. Always be sure you maintain good balance 
and rm footing. Be sure no one is below when 
using the tool in high or elevated locations.
5. Hold the tool rmly.
6. 
Use care and common sense when disposing 
of sheared bolt tips. Dropping tips from high loca-
tionsorscatteredtipsmaycausesevereinjury.
7. Do not attach the tool to your cloth or safety 
harness at high locations.
WARNING: 
DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with 
product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adher-
ence to safety rules for the subject product. MISUSE or 
failure to follow the safety rules stated in this instruc-
tion 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,
forwarding agents, special requirement on pack-
aging and labeling must be observed. 
For preparation of the item being shipped, 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. 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. 
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that 
havebeenaltered,mayresultinthebatterybursting
causingres,personalinjuryanddamage.Itwill
alsovoidtheMakitawarrantyfortheMakitatooland
charger.