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Anleitung TCR 450 4-spr.
1. Items supplied (see Figure 1)
1. Power cable
2. Upper handle
3. On/Off switch
4. Handle adjusting button
5. Auxiliary handle
6. Height adjuster
7. Guard hood
8. Edge guide
2. Important notes
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P lease read the directions for use carefully and
observe the information provided. It is important to
consult these instructions in order to acquaint
yourself with the grass trimmer, its proper use and
safety precautions.
Important!
For safety reasons the grass trimmer is not to be
used by children, young people under 16 years of
age, or any other persons who are not
acquainted with these directions for use.
Examine the grass trimmer each time before you
use it. Do not use the trimmer if any safety
devices are damaged or worn. Never put safety
devices out of operation.
Use the grass trimmer only for the purpose
specified in these instructions.
You are responsible for safety in your work area.
Inspect the items you want to cut before starting
to work. Remove any foreign objects you find.
Watch out for foreign objects while you work. If
you still hit upon an obstacle while cutting, turn
off the grass trimmer and remove the obstacle.
Work only in good visibility.
Always make sure of your footing while working.
Be careful when stepping backwards. Risk of
stumbling!
Never leave the grass trimmer unattended at
your work place. Store the trimmer in a safe
place during interruptions.
If you interrupt your work to move to a different
position it is imperative to switch off the grass
trimmer while you are moving there.
Never use the grass trimmer in the rain or in
moist or wet conditions.
Protect the grass trimmer from the damp and
rain.
Before you switch on the grass trimmer, make
sure that there are no stones or other objects
touching the nylon line.
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Always wear suitable clothing to protect your
head, hands and feet from injury. Wear a helmet,
goggles or visor, high boots or strong shoes,
long trousers made of tough material, and work
gloves.
Be sure to hold the grass trimmer away from
your body when it is switched on!
If the grass trimmer is turned over or if it is not in
working position, do not switch it on.
Switch off the motor and pull out the power plug
when you are not using the grass trimmer, when
you leave the trimmer unattended, when you are
checking the trimmer, if the power cable is
damaged, when you want to remove and replace
the spool, and when you are moving the trimmer
to another location.
Keep the grass trimmer away from other
persons, particularly children and pets. There
may be stones and other objects in the flying cut
grass.
Keep at least 5 m away from other persons and
animals when you are working with the grass
trimmer.
To prevent injury to yourself and damage to the
grass trimmer, never cut against hard objects.
Use the edge of the guard to keep the grass
trimmer away from walls, changes of surface and
fragile objects.
Never use the grass trimmer without a guard.
CAUTION! The guard is vital for your safety
and for the safety of others, and it is also
essential for the grass trimmer to work
correctly. Failure to observe this instruction
will not only create a potential hazard, it will
also result in the loss of your rights under the
warranty.
Never try to stop the cutter (nylon line) with your
hands. Wait until it stops by itself.
It is imperative to use only the original nylon line.
Never use metal wire instead of the nylon line.
Beware of injuring yourself on the line cutting
device.
Keep the air vents clear of dirt.
After use, unplug the machine and check it for
damage.
Never attempt to cut grass that is not growing on
the ground. For example, do not try to cut grass
growing on walls, rocks, etc.
Within the working radius of the grass trimmer
the user is responsible for any damage caused
to third persons by use of the trimmer.
Never cross roads or pebble paths with the grass
trimmer switched on.
When you are not using the grass trimmer, keep
it in a dry place out of the reach of children.
Use the grass trimmer only as described in these
directions for use and always hold it vertical to
the ground. All other positions are dangerous.
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