Hitachi DS 12DVA Mode D'emploi page 5

GENERAL OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
2. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't expose power
tools and charger to rain. Don't use power tools
and charger in damp or wet locations. And keep
work area well lit. Never use power tools and
charger near flammable or explosive materials.
Do not use tool and charger in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
3. Keep children away. All visitors should be kept
safe distance from work area.
4. Store idle tools and charger. When not in use,
tools and charger should be stored in dry, high
or locked-up place-out of reach of children. Store
tools and charger in a palce where the temperature
is less than 40˚C.
5. Don't force tool. It will do the job better and safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
6. Use right tool. Don't force small tool or attachment
to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
7. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
Rubber gloves and footwear are recommended
when working outdoor.
8. Use eye protection with most tools. Also use face
or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
9. Don't abuse cord. Never carry charger by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
10. Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work.
It's safer than using your hand and it frees both
hands to operate tool.
11. Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
12. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp at all
times, and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
13. When the charger is not in use, or when being
maintained and inspected, disconnect its power
cord from the AC outlet.
14. Remove chuck wrenches and wrenches. Form habit
of checking to see that wrenches are removed
from tool before turning it on.
15. Avoid accidental starting. Don't carry tool with
finger on switch.
16. To avoid danger, always use only the specified
charger.
17. Use only original HITACHI replacement parts.
18. Do not use power tools for applications other than
those specified in the Handling Instructions.
19. To avoid personal injury, use only the accessories
or attachment recommended in these handling
instructions or in the HITACHI catalog.
20. If the supply cord of this charger is damaged, the
charger must be returned to the HITACHI
authorized service center for the cord to be
replaced. Let only the authorized service center
do the repairing. The Manufacturer will not be
responsible for any damages or injuries caused
by repair by the unauthorized persons or by
mishandling of the tool.
21. To ensure the designed operational integrity of
power tools and charger, do not remove installed
covers or screws.
22. Always use the charger at the voltage specified
on the nameplate.
23. Do not touch movable parts or accessories unless
the battery has been removed.
24. Always charge the battery before use.
25. Never use a battery other than that specified. Do
not connect a usual dry cell, a rechargeable battery
other than that specified or a car battery to the
power tool.
26. Do not use any transformer that has a booster.
27. Do not charge the battery from an engine electric
generator or DC power supply.
28. Always charge indoors. Because the charger and
battery heat slightly during charging, charge the
battery in a place not exposed to direct sunlight;
where the humidity is low and the ventilation
good.
29. When working in a high place, pay attention to
the activities below to make sure there are no
people below.
30. Use the exploded assembly drawing on this
handling instructions only for authorized servicing.
PRECAUTIONS FOR CORDLESS DRIVER
DRILL
1. Always charge the battery at a temperature of 0
– 40°C. A temperature of less than 0°C will result
in over charging which is dangerous. The battery
cannot be charged at a temperature greater than
40°C.
The most suitable temperature for charging is that
of 20 – 25°C.
2. Do not use the charger continuously.
When one charging is completed, leave the charger
for about 15 minutes before the next charging of
battery.
3. Do not allow foreign matter to enter the hole for
connecting the rechargeable battery.
4. Never disassemble the rechargeable battery and
charger.
5. Never short-circuit the rechargeable battery. Short-
circuiting the battery will cause a great electric
current and overheat. It results in burn or damage
to the battery.
6. Do not dispose of the battery in fire.
If the battery is burnt, it may explode.
7. When drilling into wall, floor or ceiling, check for
buried electric power cable, gas pipe, etc.
8. Bring the battery to the shop from which it was
purchased as soon as the post-charging battery
life becomes too short for practical use. Do not
dispose of the exhausted battery.
9. Using an exhausted battery will damage the
charger.
10. Do not insert foreign objects into the air ventilation
slots of the charger.
Inserting metal objects or inflammables into the
charger air ventilation slots will result in electrical
shock hazard or damaged charger.
11. When mounting a bit into the keyless chuck, tighten
the sleeve securely. If the sleeve is not tight, the
bit may slip or come off, causing injury.
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