Rikon Power Tools 31-200, Operator'S Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

FOR CORDLESS TOOLS

1. Cordless tools get their electrical power from 

batteries. They demand the same respect that 

corded tools demand. Cordless tools are very 

capable of causing injury if all safety 

precautions are not followed. Cordless tools 

come in many types; read and understand the 

section of this booklet for the type of cordless 

tool you are using, as well as the operator’s 

manual provided with the tool.

2. Cordless tools may create sparks, so do not 

use them in an explosive atmosphere, near 

flammable liquids, gases or dust.

• To avoid accidental starting, remove batteries

   or lock off the switch when the tool is not being

   used, when changing accessories, and when

   adjusting or cleaning tools.

• Keep hands away from rotating or moving      

  parts.

• Broken or abused battery packs can leak    

   chemicals that can cause irritation or burns.  

   If you come into contact with these chemicals,  

   flush the area with water. If it contacts the 

   eyes, flush with water and seek medical help.

3. Batteries may vent gas that can explode near

a source of ignition, like a pilot light. Never use

any cordless tool in the presence of open flame.

Do not place battery packs near fire or heat. The

battery packs could explode.

4. Choose the right battery pack for the tool.

Use cordless tools only with their recommended 

battery packs. Other battery packs may create a 

risk of fire, burns, and explosions.

5. Charge battery pack safely.

• Charge battery packs only with their 

  recommended chargers.

6. Charge in a dry location.

• Do not charge near combustible materials.

• Do not use a charger or battery pack if it has

  been hit, dropped or damaged.

• Do not take apart the charger or battery pack.

  Take it to an authorized service center for all

  repairs.

• Keep tools, battery packs and chargers out of

  the reach of children and people unfamiliar with

  the tools. 

7. Maintain and store battery packs safely.

Clean the contacts on the battery pack and tool

with a pencil eraser if the tool isn’t working at full

power with a fully charged battery pack.

• Take the tool, charger, and battery to an 

   authorized service center for all repairs. Do not

   attempt to repair them yourself.

Store battery packs away from other metal objects

like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,

or other small metal objects. These things can

make a connection from one terminal to the

other, shorting the battery terminals together and

causing burns or fire.

Store the battery pack away from extreme 

temperature conditions.

8. Disposing of Battery Packs:

Properly dispose of battery packs to help protect 

our environment. Battery pack chemistries can 

be dangerous to the environment under certain 

conditions. Recycle or dispose of properly.

Refer to the instructions included with your battery

pack for proper disposal/recycling of the battery 

packs. Local, state, or federal laws may

prohibit disposal of certain batteries in ordinary

trash.

• Place electrical tape over the battery pack’s

terminals before disposing/recycling.

• Do not incinerate a battery pack or throw it into

fire even if it is damaged or is completely worn

out. Battery packs can explode in a fire.

Use the battery charger correctly

• Refer to the section of this manual relating to 

use of the battery charger before attempting to 

charge the battery.

• 

DO NOT 

attempt to use the charger with any 

batteries other than those supplied. Keep your 

battery charger clean; foreign objects or dirt may 

cause a short or block air vents. Failure to follow 

these instructions may cause overheating or fire

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be 

replaced by the manufacturer, the service agent 

or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a 

hazard 

DO NOT

 attempt to recharge 

non-rechargeable batteries.

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