Makita 7104L Instruction Manual

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66. Do not expose power tools to rain or wetconditions. Water entering a power tool will increasethe risk of electric shock.7. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord forcarrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges ormoving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increasethe risk of electric shock.8. When operating a power tool outdoors, use anextension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of acord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk ofelectric shock.9. If operating a power tool in a damp location isunavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk ofelectric shock.10. Use of power supply via a RCD with a ratedresidual current of 30 mA or less is alwaysrecommended.Personal safety11. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and usecommon sense when operating a power tool. Donot use a power tool while you are tired or underthe influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. Amoment of inattention while operating power toolsmay result in serious personal injury.12. Use personal protective equipment. Always weareye protection. Protective equipment such as dustmask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearingprotection used for appropriate conditions will reducepersonal injuries.13. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switchis in the off-position before connecting to powersource and/or battery pack, picking up or carryingthe tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on theswitch or energising power tools that have the switchon invites accidents.14. Remove any adjusting key or wrench beforeturning the power tool on. A wrench or a key leftattached to a rotating part of the power tool may resultin personal injury.15. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing andbalance at all times. This enables better control ofthe power tool in unexpected situations.16. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing orjewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and glovesaway from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery orlong hair can be caught in moving parts.17. If devices are provided for the connection of dustextraction and collection facilities, ensure theseare connected and properly used. Use of dustcollection can reduce dust-related hazards.Power tool use and care18. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct powertool for your application. The correct power tool willdo the job better and safer at the rate for which it wasdesigned.19. Do not use the power tool if the switch does notturn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot becontrolled with the switch is dangerous and must berepaired.20. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/orthe battery pack from the power tool beforemaking any adjustments, changing accessories,or storing power tools. Such preventive safetymeasures reduce the risk of starting the power toolaccidentally.21. Store idle power tools out of the reach of childrenand do not allow persons unfamiliar with thepower tool or these instructions to operate thepower tool. Power tools are dangerous in the handsof untrained users.22. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment orbinding of moving parts, breakage of parts andany other condition that may affect the powertool’s operation. If damaged, have the power toolrepaired before use. Many accidents are caused bypoorly maintained power tools.23. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properlymaintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges areless likely to bind and are easier to control.24. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.in accordance with these instructions, taking intoaccount the working conditions and the work tobe performed. Use of the power tool for operationsdifferent from those intended could result in ahazardous situation.Service25. Have your power tool serviced by a qualifiedrepair person using only identical replacementparts. This will ensure that the safety of the power toolis maintained.26. Follow instruction for lubricating and changingaccessories.27. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil andgrease.ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULESENB093-11. Use this tool only to cut holes in wood.2. This tool is for cutting holes in flat-surfaced wood.Never use it for cutting holes in a log.3. Wear ear protectors.4. Handle the cutter chain carefully; it is very sharp.5. Place the workpiece on wood blocks or shortbeams to prevent the cutter chain from hitting theground, floor, etc., causing damage to the cutterchain at the time of hole breakthrough.6. Check the cutter chain carefully for cracks ordamage before operation.Replace cracked or damaged cutter chainimmediately.7. Secure the tool to the workpiece firmly.8. Inspect for and remove nails or foreign matterfrom the workpiece before operation.9. Do not operate the tool with the safety cover open.10. Do not wear gloves during operation.11. Keep hands away from moving parts.12. Remove the tool from the workpiece afteroperation to keep it from falling off and possiblycausing injury.13. Don’t abuse cord. Never yank cord to disconnectit from the receptacle. Keep cord away from heat,oil, water and sharp edges.