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– Ensure that batteries are charged using the cor-
rect charger recommended by the manufacturer.
Incorrect use may result in a risk of electric shock,
overheating or leakage of corrosive liquid from the
battery.
20. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person
– This tool is constructed in accordance with the rel-
evant safety requirements. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original
spare parts, otherwise this may result in consider-
able danger to the user.
21. Disposal of battery
– Ensure battery is disposed of safety as instructed
by the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER & BATTERY
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS — This manual
contains important safety and operating instruc-
tions for battery charger.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings on (1) battery
charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using bat-
tery.
3. CAUTION — To reduce risk of injury, charge only
MAKITA type rechargeable batteries. Other types
of batteries may burst causing personal injury
and damage.
4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold
by the battery charger manufacturer may result
in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to per-
sons.
6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and
cord, pull by plug rather than cord when discon-
necting charger.
7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.
8. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or
plug — replace them immediately.
9. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in
any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
10. Do not disassemble charger or battery; take it to
a qualified serviceman when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of electric shock or fire.
11. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce
this risk.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER
& BATTERY
1. Do not charge battery when it or air temperature
is below 10°C (50°F) or above 40°C (104°F).
2. Do not charge or leave battery in a location
exposed to direct sunlight.
3. Do not attempt to use a step-up transformer, an
engine generator or DC power receptacle.
4. Do not allow anything to cover or clog the
charger vents.
5. Do not short the battery:
(1) Do not touch the terminals with any conduc-
tive material.
(2) Avoid storing battery in a container with
other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
(3) Do not expose battery to water or rain.
A battery short can cause a large current flow,
overheating, possible burns and even a break-
down.
Always cover the battery terminals with the bat-
tery cover when the battery is not used.
6. Do not incinerate the Battery even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out. The battery
can explode in a fire.
7. Be careful not to drop, shake or strike battery.
8. Do not charge inside a box or container of any
kind. The battery must be placed in a well venti-
lated area during charging.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY-
POWERED PRUNING SHEARS
1. This tool is for pruning branches. Do not use it
for any job except that for which it is intended.
2. Don’t use the tool or perform battery charging
operations in the rain.
3. Don’t leave the tool in rain or wet locations.
4. Keep bystanders well away from your work area.
5. Be careful not to catch foreign matter between
the blades. If the blades are jammed with foreign
matter, immediately switch off the tool and dis-
connect the battery from the tool. Then remove
the foreign matter from the blades.
6. Never hold the branch you are pruning with your
free hand. Keep your free hand away from the
cutting area. Never touch the blades, they are
very sharp and you may cut yourself.
7. Don’t force the tool to make it cut. You could slip
and injure yourself or cut something else unin-
tentionally.
8. Avoid cutting electrical wires that may be hid-
den.
9. Always check the blades carefully before opera-
tion.
10. Handle the blades with extreme care to prevent
cuts or injury from the blades.
11. Disconnect the battery from the tool after each
use and before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
12. When not in use, always keep the tool in its hol-
ster.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.