5. Use and handling of the cableless
electrical power tool
a) Charge a rechargeable battery unit using
only the charger recommended by the manu-
facturer. Chargers are often designed for a
particular type of rechargeable battery. There
is a risk of fire if other types of rechargeable
battery are used.
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b) Only the rechargeable battery units supplied
are to be used with the power tools. The use
of other rechargeable battery units may lead
to the danger of injury or fire.
c) When they are not being used, store re-
chargeable battery units away from paper
clips, coins, keys. nails, screws or other small
metal objects that could cause the contacts to
be bridged. Short-circuiting the contacts of a
rechargeable battery may result in burns or fire.
d) Fluid may leak out of rechargeable batteries
if they are misused. If this happens, avoid
contact with the fluid. If accidental contact oc-
curs, rinse the affected area with water. Seek
additional medical help if any of the fluid
gets into your eyes. Escaping battery fluid may
cause skin irritation or burns.
CAUTION! RISK OF EXPLOSION!
Never charge non-rechargeable
batteries.
Protect the battery from heat, e.g.
also from continuous sunlight, fire,
water and humidity. There is a risk of
explosion.
6. Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only original replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
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Appliance-specific safety instructions
for cordless pruners
■
Always wear a hard hat, hearing protection
and safety gloves. Also wear eye protection to
prevent splashes of oil or saw dust from falling
into your eyes. Wear a dust mask to protect
yourself from dust.
■
Never use the appliance while standing on a
ladder.
■
Do not lean too far forwards while using the
appliance. Ensure you are standing firmly and
keep your balance at all times. Use the supplied
carrying strap to spread the weight evenly on
the body.
■
Wear sturdy, non-slip boots.
■
Do not use the appliance in the rain.
■
Do not use the appliance near overhead power
lines. Maintain a minimum distance of 10 m to
overhead power lines.
■
Do not stand under the branches that you
want to cut off, to avoid injuries due to falling
branches. Be aware of branches that may spring
back, to avoid injuries. Work at an angle of
approximately 60°.
■
Be aware that the appliance can kick back.
■
Keep an eye not only on the branches being
cut, but also on falling material, to avoid trip-
ping.
■
After 30 minutes' work, take a break of at least
one hour.
■
Always wear protective gloves.
■
Cover the guide rail and the chain during
transport during transport and storage using the
cover.
■
Do not use the appliance in a potentially explo-
sive environment containing flammable liquids,
gases or dusts. The sparks generated by the
machine could ignite the vapours or gases.
■
The power outlet used must be suitable for the
plug. To avoid electrical shocks, never try to
modify the plug.
FAHE 18 B2