26. Do not wipe plastic parts with solvent.
Solvents such as gasoline, thinner benzine, carbon
tetrachloride, and alcohol may damage and crack
plastic parts. Do not wipe them with such solvents.
Wipe plastic parts with a soft cloth lightly dampened
with soapy water and dried thoroughly.
27. Never wear gloves made of material liable to roll
up such as cotton, wool, cloth or string, etc.
28. Keep motor air vent clean.
The tool's motor air vent must be kept clean so that
air can freely fl ow at all times. Check for dust build-up
frequently.
29. NEVER leave tool running unattended. Turn
power off .
Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
30. NEVER touch the blade with bare hands after
operation.
31. Because the cordless power tool operates by battery
power, be aware of the fact that it can begin to operate
at any time.
32. When working at elevated locations, clear the area of
other people and aware of conditions below you.
33. Do not use the product if the tool or the battery
terminals (battery mount) are deformed.
Installing the battery could cause a short circuit that
could result in smoke emission or ignition.
34. Keep the tool's terminals (battery mount) free of swarf
and dust.
○ Prior to use, make sure that swarf and dust have not
collected in the area of the terminals.
○ During use, try to avoid swarf or dust on the tool from
falling on the battery.
○ When suspending operation or after use, do not leave
the tool in an area where it may be exposed to falling
swarf or dust.
Doing so could cause a short circuit that could result
in smoke emission or ignition.
35. Always use the tool and battery at temperatures
between 23°F (-5°C) and 104°F (40°C).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR CHARGER OR ADAPTER
The term "charger or adapter" in the safety instructions
refers to your battery charger or AC/DC adapter.
WARNING
Death or serious bodily injury could result from
improper or unsafe use of charger or adapter.
To avoid these risks, follow these basic safety
instructions:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. This manual contains important safety and operating
instructions for battery charger Model UC18YSL3 or
AC/DC adapter Model ET36A.
2. Before using charger or adapter, read all instructions
and cautionary markings on (1) charger or adapter, (2)
battery, and (3) product using battery.
3. To reduce risk of injury, charge metabo HPT
rechargeable batteries. Other type of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.
4. Do not expose charger or adapter to rain or snow.
5. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the charger or adapter manufacturer may result in a
risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons.
6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord,
pull by plug when disconnecting charger or adapter.
7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
8. An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension
cord could result in a risk of fi re and electric shock.
If extension cord must be used make sure:
a. That blades of extension cord are the same
number, size, and shape as those of plug on
charger or adapter:
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good
electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere
rating of charger or adapter as specifi ed in Table 1.
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