• Damage to health arising from vibrations to hand
and arms if the device is used for a long time or if
the device is not guided and evaluated properly.
• Vibration damping systems are no guaranteed
protection against white finger disease or carpal
tunnel syndrome. Therefore, it is necessary to care-
fully check the state of your fingers and wrist if you
have regularly used the appliance for a long time. If
any symptom of the diseases above appears, seek
medical advice immediately. To reduce the white
finger disease risk, keep your hands warm and take
regular breaks during your work.
Despite the observance of the operating instructions
there still may be some hidden residual risks.
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Warning/caution!
Read the operating instructions to reduce
the risk of injury.
Wear eye protective goggles !
Wear ear protectors!
Wear safety cut through resistant shoes
with safety sole and steel toe !
Safety gloves to be used!
Take the replaceable battery from the
appliance before any extension, cleaning
and servicing works.
Keep bystanders in safe distance from the
appliance (at least 5 m)
Warning against thrown-off items
Never put your hands and feet to the
opening.
Protect against humidity. Never expose
tool to rain.
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Any damaged or disposed electric or
electronic devices must be delivered to
appropriate collection centres.
Protect against humidity
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Other safety instructions
When starting the appliance, keep sufficient distance
from the hedge trimmer knives.
Do not touch the rotating tool.
A safe and firm posture must always be provided
when working with the appliance.
Provide a safe posture, especially on slopes. Do not
work on too steep slopes. Be especially careful when
changing the travel direction on slopes. Be extra
careful when turning around, pulling the appliance
towards your body.
Check the ground on which the appliance is going to
be used and remove any items that might be caught or
thrown off by the appliance.
When the brushes get blocked, switch the appliance
immediately off and remove the blocked object.
Never lift or carry the appliance when the engine is
running.
Maintenance
Take the replaceable battery from the
appliance before any extension, cleaning
and servicing works.
Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may
only be performed by qualified authorised staff.
Use only original accessories and original spare parts.
Never clean the machine and its components with
solvents, flammable or toxic liquids. Us only a damp
cloth making.
Apply environment-friendly oil to all moving parts.
Only a regularly maintained and treated appliance
can serve as a satisfactory aid. Insufficient mainte-
nance and care can lead to unforeseen accidents and
injuries.
If necessary, a list of spare parts can be found at www.
guede.com.
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