Makita ML007G Cordless Flashlight Instruction Manual

Makita ML007G Cordless Flashlight

SAFETY WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

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1.  Do not look into the light, or do not expose the light to eyes. Eyes may be damaged.
2.  Do not cover the lamp with cloth or carton, etc. Otherwise it may cause a flame.
3.  The appliance is not waterproof. Do not use it in damp or wet locations. Do not expose it to rain or snow. Do not wash it in water.
4.  Do not touch the inside of the appliance with tweezers, metal tools, etc.
5.  When the appliance is not in use, always switch off and remove the battery cartridge from the appliance.
6.  Do not give the appliance a shock by dropping, striking, etc.
7.  Safety information for portable luminaires with batteries.
   1. Battery disposal should be in compliance with your local regulations that address the disposal of hazardous materials.
   2. Do not incinerate the battery.
8.  Additional information for luminaires.
   The light source of this luminaire is not replaceable; when the light source reaches its end of life the whole luminaire shall be replaced.
9.  Battery tool use and care.
   WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
   • Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
   •  Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
   •  Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
   •  When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
   •  Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
   •  Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
   •  Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire
     or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C (265 °F) may cause explosion.
   •  Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
   •  Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
   •  Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
     Important safety instructions for battery cartridge
   •  Before using battery cartridge, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
   •  Do not disassemble or tamper the battery cartridge. It may result in a fire, excessive heat, or explosion.
   •  If operating time has become excessively shorter, stop operating immediately. It may result in a risk of overheating, possible burns and even an explosion.
   •  If electrolyte gets into your eyes, rinse them out with clear water and seek medical attention right away. It may result in loss of your eyesight.
   •  Do not short the battery cartridge.
   •  Do not touch the terminals with any conductive material.
   •  Avoid storing battery cartridge in a container with other metal objects such as nails, coins, etc.
   •  Do not expose battery cartridge to water or rain. A battery short can cause a large current flow, overheating, possible burns and even a breakdown.
   •  Do not store and use the tool and battery cartridge in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 50 °C (122 °F).
   •  Do not incinerate the battery cartridge even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery cartridge can explode in a fire.
   •  Do not nail, cut, crush, throw, drop the battery cartridge, or hit against a hard object to the battery cartridge. Such conduct may result in a fire, excessive heat, or explosion.
   •  Do not use a damaged battery.
   •  The contained lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements. For commercial transports e.g. by third parties, forwarding agents, special requirement on packaging and labeling must be observed. For preparation of the item being shipped, consulting an expert for hazardous material is required. Please also observe possibly more detailed national regulations. Tape or mask off open contacts and pack up the battery in such a manner that it cannot move around in the packaging.
   •  When disposing the battery cartridge, remove
     it from the appliance and dispose of it in a safe place.
     Follow your local regulations relating to disposal of battery.
   •  Use the batteries only with the products specified by Makita. Installing the batteries to non-compliant products may result in a fire, excessive heat, explosion, or leak of electrolyte.
   •  If the tool is not used for a long period of time, the battery must be removed from the tool.
   •  During and after use, the battery cartridge may take on heat which can cause burns or low temperature burns. Pay attention to the handling of hot battery cartridges.
   •  Do not touch the terminal of the tool immediately after use as it may get hot enough to cause burns.
   •  Do not allow chips, dust, or soil stuck into the terminals, holes, and grooves of the battery cartridge. It may result in poor performance or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
   •  Unless the tool supports the use near high-voltage electrical power lines, do not use the battery cartridge near high-voltage electrical power lines. It may result in a malfunction or breakdown of the tool or battery cartridge.
   •  Keep the battery away from children.

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CAUTION: Only use genuine Makita batteries. Use of non-genuine Makita batteries, or batteries that have been altered, may result in the battery bursting causing fires, personal injury and damage. lt will
also void the Makita warranty for the Makita tool and charger.

Tips for maintaining maximum battery life

1. Charge the battery cartridge before completely discharged. Always stop tool operation and charge the battery cartridge when you notice less tool power.
2.  Never recharge a fully charged battery cartridge. Overcharging shortens the battery service life.
3.  Charge the battery cartridge with room temperature at 10 °C – 40 °C (50 °F – 104 °F). Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it.
4.  When not using the battery cartridge, remove it from the appliance or the charger.
5.  Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period (more than six months).

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before adjusting or checking function on the tool.

Installing or removing battery cartridge (Fig. 1)

CAUTION: Always switch off the tool before removing of the battery cartridge.  Hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly when installing or removing battery cartridge. Failure to hold the tool and the battery cartridge firmly may cause them to slip off your hands and result in damage to the tool and battery cartridge and a personal injury.  To remove the battery cartridge, slide it from the tool while sliding the button on the front of the cartridge. To install the battery cartridge, align the tongue on the battery cartridge with the groove in the housing and slip it into place. Insert it all the way until it locks in place with a little click. If you can see the red indicator as shown in the figure, it is not locked completely.  Always install the battery cartridge fully until the red indicator cannot be seen. If not, it may accidentally fall out of the tool, causing injury to you or someone around you.  Do not install the battery cartridge forcibly. If the cartridge does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

Indicating the remaining battery capacity (Fig. 2)

Press the check button on the battery cartridge to indicate the remaining battery capacity. The indicator lamps light up for a few seconds.
NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and the ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity  The first (far left) indicator lamp will blink when the battery protection system works.

Lighting up the light (Fig. 3)

CAUTION: Do not look in the light or see the source of light directly.

Push the power button to light up the light. To turn off the light, push the power button again. NOTE: The appliance turns on at the same mode as the last setting.

Selecting the mode

While the light is on, press the MODE button to cycle through spot, flood and spot + flood settings.

Turn on strobe lighting (Fig. 4)

Press and hold the MODE button until the appliance turns to strobe mode. To turn off the strobe mode, simply press the MODE button.

Appliance/battery protection system

The appliance is equipped with the protection system, which automatically cuts off the output power for long service life.
Overdischarge protection (Fig. 5)
When the battery capacity becomes low, the LED lights go out except one LED. Then approximately five to ten minutes later, the system automatically cuts off power.

Protections against other causes
Protection system is also designed for other causes that could damage the appliance and allows the appliance to stop automatically. Take all the following steps to clear the causes when the appliance has been brought to a temporary halt or stop in operation.

1.  Turn the appliance off, and then turn it on again to restart.
2.  Charge the battery(ies) or replace it/them with recharged battery(ies).
3.  Let the appliance and battery(ies) cool down.
4. If no improvement can be found by restoring protection system, then contact your local Makita Service Center.

Head angle (Fig. 6)

CAUTION: When changing the head angle, be careful not to pinch your fingers between the head and the tool body.

The head angle can be adjusted in 4 stages.

Hook (Fig. 7)

CAUTION: When raising the hook, be careful not to pinch your fingers between the hook and the tool body.

Shoulder Strap (Fig. 8)

The shoulder strap can be installed by clips at both ends.

CAUTION: Do not use the ring for any other purpose than hanging the appliance. Otherwise, personal injury may occur.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
NOTICE: Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.

To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance or adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION: These accessories or attachments are recommended for use with your Makita tool specified in this manual. The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.

If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center. Makita genuine battery and charger.

NOTE: Some items in the list may be included in the tool package as standard accessories. They may differ from country to country.

Explanation of general view

1.  Battery cartridge
2.  Red indicator
3.  Battery release button
4.  Indicator lamps
5.  Check button
6.  Power button
7.  MODE button
8.  Flood mode
9.  Spot + Flood mode
10.  Spot mode
11.  Hook
12.  Shoulder strap
13.  Clip

SPECIFICATIONS

• Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein are subject to change without notice.
• Specifications may differ from country to country.
• The dimensions are with BL4025 and with the head facing forward.
• Applicable battery cartridge and charger

Some of the battery cartridges listed above may not be available depending on your region of residence.

WARNING: Only use the battery cartridges and chargers listed above. Use of any other battery cartridges and chargers may cause injury and/or fire.

Operating time

• The operating times in the above table are a rough guideline. They may differ from actual operating times.
• Operating times may differ depending on battery type, charging status, and usage condition.
• Battery cartridge may differ from country to country.

Symbols

The following show the symbols used for the equipment. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.

• Indoor use only
• Optical Radiation (UV and IR).
• Minimize exposure to eyes or skin.
• Do not stare at operating lamp.
• Use appropriate shielding or eyes protection.
• Take particular care and attention!

FCC caution (For United States)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: _ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

ICES-005 standard (For Canada) CAN ICES-005(B)/NMB-005(B)

MAKITA LIMITED WARRANTY

Please refer to the annexed warranty sheet for the most current warranty terms applicable to this product. If annexed warranty sheet is not available, refer to the warranty details set forth at below website for your respective country.
United States of America: www.makitatools.com Canada: www.makita.ca Other countries: www.makita.com