If it does, flush the affected area with
plenty of water and consult with a doctor.
Wipe up escaped fluid with a dry cloth and
dispose of it together with the old device
through a suitable collection system.
General safety instructions
• This machine is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with an
impaired physical, sensory or mental
capacity or insufficient experience and/
or insufficient knowledge unless they are
supervised by a person responsible for
their safety or receive instructions from
that person in the use of the machine.
• Children should be supervised in order
to ensure that they do not play with the
machine.
1) Instructions
1. Read these instructions carefully. Famil-
iarise yourself with the control elements
and the correct use of the device.
2. Never permit children to use the device.
3. Never permit persons who are not fa-
miliar with these operating instructions
to use this device. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
4. Never operate the device whilst other
persons, in particular children or pet
animals, are nearby.
5. The operator or user is responsible for
accidents or dangers to other persons
or their property.
2) Preparation
1. Always wear appropriate footwear and
long trousers whilst operating the device.
2. Wear proper clothing – never wear
loose clothing or jewellery. They may
get caught in moving parts. The use of
rubber gloves and suitable footwear is
recommended for working outdoors.
3. Wear hair protection to hold back long
hair. Wear protective goggles during
operation.
4. Wearing a dust mask is recommended
to prevent irritation from dust.
5. Never operate the device with damaged
protective shields or covers safety de-
vices or without properly installed safety
devices, such as the attached rubbish
collector.
3) Operation
1. Remove the rechargeable batteries:
- when the device is not being used,
when transporting it or when it is left
unattended;
- when checking, cleaning or removing
blockage from the device;
- when you carry out cleaning or mainte-
nance work or exchange accessories;
- after contact with foreign objects or if
there is abnormal vibration.
2. Avoid dangerous environments – never
use the device in moist or wet environ-
ments.
3. Only operate the device during daylight
or with good artificial lighting.
4. Do not overreach and always keep your
balance.
5. On slopes, make sure you always have
firm, stable footing.
6. Walk, never run.
7. Keep all coolant air intakes free of con-
tamination.
8. Never blow rubbish towards bystanders.
4) Maintenance and storage
Before performing any cleaning or mainte-
nance, switch off the device and remove
the rechargeable battery.
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws clean
to ensure the device is always in good
working condition.
2. Check the device for wear or deteriora-
tion regularly.
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