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14. 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.
15. Never use a tool which is defective or operating
abnormally.
If the tool appears to be operating unusually, making
strange noises, or otherwise appears defective, stop
using it immediately and arrange for repairs by a
metabo HPT authorized service center.
16. Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power
off .
Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
17. Carefully handle power tools.
Should a power tool be dropped or struck against
hard materials inadvertently, it may be deformed,
cracked, or damaged.
18. 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 dry thoroughly.
19. Do not immerse unit in water as this may cause
malfunction or electric shock.
20. ALWAYS wear a mask or respirator to protect yourself
from dust or potentially harmful particles generated
during operation.
21. Defi nitions for symbols used on this tool
V ..................volts
--- .................direct current
Hz ................hertz
A ..................amperes
n
o ................no load speed
---/min ..........revolutions or reciprocation per minute
22. Because the cordless rebar cutter/bender operates
by battery power, be aware of the fact that it can
begin to operate at any time.
23. When working at elevated locations, clear the area of
other people and aware of conditions below you.
24. Do not give a strong shock to the switch panel or
break it. It may lead to a trouble.
25. 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.
26. 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.
CAUTION
If a warning label can no longer be read, peels
off or becomes indistinct, exchange the label
with a new one.
Contact the metabo HPT Authorized Service
Center for new labels.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR CHARGER
The term "charger" in the safety instructions refers to your
battery charger.
WARNING
Death or serious bodily injury could result
from improper or unsafe use of charger. 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.
2. Before using charger, read all instructions and
cautionary markings on (1) charger, (2) battery, and
(3) product using battery.
3. When charging the battery with a battery charger,
reduce the risk of injury by charging metabo HPT
rechargeable battery multi volt type series and BSL18
series. Other type of batteries may burst causing
personal injury and damage.
4. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fi re,
electric shock, or injury to persons.
5. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord,
pull by plug when disconnecting charger.
6. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
7. 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:
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 as specifi ed in Table 1.
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