•Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be left around the work area.
•Support the work properly.
•If you are interrupted when operating, complete the process and switch off before looking up.
•Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are properly tightened.
•When using the screwdriver, use safety equipment including safety glasses or shield, ear defenders, and protective clothing including safety gloves.
•Do not charge the screwdriver in a place where static electricity is generated nor let the battery touch something that is statically charged.
•Take care where the tool is stored. Do not store in areas of corrosive fumes, or salt air or similar conditions.
•Do not dispose of the tool in a fire or put the tool into a microwave oven, conventional oven, dryer, or high- pressure container. Under these conditions, the tool may explode.
•Never attempt to open the tool, puncture the casing of the tool, or subject the tool to strong physical shock. If the plastic housing of the tool breaks open or cracks, immediately discontinue its use and do not recharge it.
•Stop using the tool if it exhibits abnormal heat, colour or deformation, or if the tool is in an abnormal condition.
•After the tool has reached the end of its useful life, we recommend recycling the materials at your local municipal council recycling centre. DO NOT attempt to replace the capacitor, repair or modify any part of the tool.
•When recycling, make it nonconductive by applying insulating tape to cover the terminals located on the bottom of the screwdrivers body.
If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will
be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse.
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.
Children and frail people must not use this tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area. The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction and design:
•Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not worn.
•Damage to hearing if effective ear defenders are not worn.
Additional safety instructions for the charger
•Your GMC quick charge screwdriver uses 2 capacitors to store the energy that operates the screwdriver. Do not attempt to charge the screwdriver with any other charger than the one supplied. IT IS DANGEROUS TO USE ANY OTHER CHARGER TO CHARGE YOUR TOOL.
•Do Not attempt to charge any other types of rechargeable batteries OR non rechargeable battery cells with this charger.
•If there is a problem with the charger or the tool, take it to your nearest Authorised Service centre or phone and speak with an experienced GMC Customer Service Representative for assistance in rectifying your problem.
•Before using the charger, read all the instructions, labels and cautionary markings on the charger and screwdriver.
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