Use an extension cord with outdoor
specifications.
• If you use the tool outdoors, use an extension cord
made of tough rubber-sheathed cable.
Conduct maintenance of the tool carefully.
• Follow the instruction manual when replacing spare
parts. Failure to observe this may cause injury.
• Inspect the cord of the battery charger on a regular
basis. If the cord is damaged, ask the authorized
service facility for repair. Failure to observe this may
cause an electric shock or a short circuit, which may
lead to ignition.
• If an extension cord is used, inspect the cord on a
regular basis. If the cord is damaged, replace it with a
new one. Failure to observe this may cause an electric
shock or a short circuit, which may lead to ignition.
• Keep the grip always dry and clean and keep it away
from oil and grease. Failure to observe this may cause
injury.
Check damaged parts.
• Check that nothing is damaged before use. Confirm
that the tool operates normally and all components
function properly.
• Check for alignment of moving parts, smooth running
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any
other condition that may affect its operation.
• Do not use the battery charger whose power plug
or cord is damaged or that was dropped and then
damaged. Failure to observe this may cause an electric
shock or a short circuit, which may lead to ignition.
If damaged, it should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service facility unless otherwise
indicated in this instruction manual. Have defective
switches replaced by an authorized service facility. Do
not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Such tool may operate abnormally, which may lead to
injury.
Ask the authorized service facility for
repair.
• Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the main unit,
battery charger, or battery pack. Failure to observe this
may cause ignition or abnormal operation, which may
lead to injury.
• If the tool becomes hot or an abnormality is found in the
tool, request inspection or repair of the tool.
• This tool is constructed in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Do not attempt to modify this
product.
• Have your tool repaired by an authorized service
center. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified
person using original spare parts; otherwise, this may
result in considerable danger to the user.
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