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2. Before doing any maintenance or repair work or
cleaning the tool, always turn it off and remove the
battery cartridge.
3. Always wear protective gloves when handling the
cutting blade.
4. Always clean dust and dirt off the tool. Never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like for the
purpose. Discoloration, deformation or cracks of the
plastic components may result.
5. After each use, tighten all screws and nuts.
6. Do not attempt any maintenance or repair not
described in the instruction manual. Ask our
authorized service center for such work.
7. Always use our genuine spare parts and accessories
only. Using parts or accessories supplied by a third
party may result in the tool breakdown, property
damage and/or serious injury.
8. Request our authorized service center to inspect and
maintain the tool at regular interval.
Storage
1. Before storing the tool, perform full cleaning and
maintenance. Remove the battery cartridge. Attach
the cover to the cutting blade.
2. Store the tool in a dry and high or locked location out
of reach of children.
3. Do not prop the tool against something, such as a
wall. Otherwise it may fall suddenly and cause an
injury.
First aid
1. Always have a first-aid kit close by. Immediately
replace any item taken from the first aid kit.
2. When asking for help, give the following information:
– Place of the accident
– What happened
– Number of injured persons
– Nature of the injury
– Your name
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
ENC007-9
FOR BATTERY CARTRIDGE
1.
Before using battery cartridge, read all
instructions 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 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
conductive material.
(2)
Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container
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 flow,
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 fire.
8.
Be careful not to drop or strike battery.
9.
Do not use a damaged battery.
10.
Follow your local regulations relating to disposal
of battery.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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 cartridge.
Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3.
Charge the battery cartridge with room
temperature 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).
PARTS DESCRIPTION (Fig. 4)
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
WARNING:
•
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the
battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or
checking function on the tool.
Failure to switch off
and remove the battery cartridge may result in serious
personal injury from accidental start-up.
Installing or removing battery cartridge
CAUTION:
• Always switch off the tool before installing or removing
of the battery cartridge.
•
Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly when
installing or removing battery cartridge.
Failure to
hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly may cause
them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the
tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury.
To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool while
sliding the button on the front of the cartridge.
(Fig. 5)
