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5. 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 battery termi-
6. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help.
irritation or burns.
7. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
8. Do not expose a battery pack or appliance
Exposure
explosion.
9. Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or appliance outside
-
tions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
10.
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
11. Do not modify or attempt to repair the appli-
ance or the battery pack except as indicated in
the instructions for use and care.
Important safety instructions for
battery cartridge
1. Before using battery cartridge, read all instruc-
battery.
2. Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery
cartridge.
or explosion.
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
breakdown.
6. Do not store and use the appliance and battery
cartridge in locations where the temperature
7. Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if
it is severely damaged or is completely worn
8. Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery
cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the
battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a
9. Do not use a damaged battery.
10. The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject
to the Dangerous Goods Legislation require-
ments.
For commercial transports e.g. by third parties,
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.
Please also observe possibly more detailed
national regulations.
battery in such a manner that it cannot move
around in the packaging.
11. When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
it from the appliance 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
Installing the batteries to
-
sive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
13. If the appliance is not used for a long period
of time, the battery must be removed from the
appliance.
14. During and after use, the battery cartridge may
take on heat which can cause burns or low
temperature burns. Pay attention to the han-
dling of hot battery cartridges.
15. Do not touch the terminal of the appliance
immediately after use as it may get hot enough
to cause burns.
16. Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the
terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery
cartridge. It may result in poor performance or
breakdown of the appliance or battery cartridge.
17. Unless the appliance supports the use near
high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use
the battery cartridge near high-voltage electri-
cal power lines. It may result in a malfunction or
breakdown of the appliance or battery cartridge.
18. Keep the battery away from children.
CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries.
Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that
have been altered, may result in the battery bursting
void the Makita warranty for the Makita appliance and
charger.
