Makita XRH04, Instruction Manual

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14. 

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 
balance at all times.

 This enables better control 

of the power tool in unexpected situations. 

15. 

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or 
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves 
away from moving parts.

 Loose clothes, jewellery 

or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 

16. 

If devices are provided for the connection of 
dust extraction and collection facilities, 
ensure these are connected and properly used.

Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related 
hazards. 

Power tool use and care 

17. 

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct 
power tool for your application.

 The correct 

power tool will do the job better and safer at the 
rate for which it was designed. 

18. 

Do not use the power tool if the switch does 
not turn it on and off.

 Any power tool that cannot 

be controlled with the switch is dangerous and 
must be repaired. 

19. 

Disconnect the plug from the power source 
and/or the battery pack from the power tool 
before making any adjustments, changing 
accessories, or storing power tools.

 Such 

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of 
starting the power tool accidentally. 

20. 

Store idle power tools out of the reach of 
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar 
with the power tool or these instructions to 
operate the power tool.

 Power tools are 

dangerous in the hands of untrained users. 

21. 

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment 
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts 
and any other condition that may affect the 
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the 
power tool repaired before use.

 Many accidents 

are caused by poorly maintained power tools. 

22. 

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

 Properly 

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges 
are less likely to bind and are easier to control. 

23. 

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits 
etc. in accordance with these instructions, 
taking into account the working conditions 
and the work to be performed.

 Use of the power 

tool for operations different from those intended 
could result in a hazardous situation. 

Battery tool use and care 

24. 

Recharge only with the charger specified by 
the manufacturer.

 A charger that is suitable for 

one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire 
when used with another battery pack. 

25. 

Use power tools only with specifically 
designated battery packs.

 Use of any other 

battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire. 

26. 

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 

terminals together may cause burns or a fire. 

27. 

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be 
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If 
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. 
If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek 
medical help.

 Liquid ejected from the battery may 

cause irritation or burns. 

Service 

28. 

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified 
repair person using only identical replacement 
parts.

 This will ensure that the safety of the power 

tool is maintained. 

29. 

Follow instruction for lubricating and 
changing accessories. 

30. 

Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and 
grease. 

GEB046-2 

CORDLESS ROTARY HAMMER 
SAFETY WARNINGS 

1. 

Wear ear protectors.

 Exposure to noise can 

cause hearing loss. 

2. 

Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the 
tool.

 Loss of control can cause personal injury. 

3. 

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, 
when performing an operation where the cutting 
accessory may contact hidden wiring.

 Cutting 

accessory contacting a "live" wire may make 
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and 
could give the operator an electric shock. 

4. 

Wear a hard hat (safety helmet), safety glasses 
and/or face shield. Ordinary eye or sun 
glasses are NOT safety glasses. It is also 
highly recommended that you wear a dust 
mask and thickly padded gloves. 

5. 

Be sure the bit is secured in place before 
operation. 

6. 

Under normal operation, the tool is designed 
to produce vibration. The screws can come 
loose easily, causing a breakdown or accident. 
Check tightness of screws carefully before 
operation. 

7. 

In cold weather or when the tool has not been 
used for a long time, let the tool warm up for a 
while by operating it under no load. This will 
loosen up the lubrication. Without proper 
warm-up, hammering operation is difficult. 

8. 

Always be sure you have a firm footing. 
Be sure no one is below when using the tool in 
high locations.