Güde GMH 550 Traduction Du Mode D'emploi D'origine page 26

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When knives are blocked, switch the appliance imme-
diately off and remove the blocked object.
Before work, check the area for any hidden items such
as wire fences.
Electrical hazard , keep at least 10 m distance away
from electrical power lines.
When working, keep the appliance firmly with both
hands and with a distance from your body.
During appliance operation, it is necessary to take
a safe and firm posture, especially when steps or a
ladder are being used.
Keep all parts of the body in safe distance from
the knife. Do not try to remove the material being
cut or hold material to be cut when the knife is
running. Jammed cuttings to be removed only
when the machine is off. A moment of inattenti-
on when using the hedge trimmer may result in
serious injuries.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle when the
knife is off. Fit the protective cover whenever the
hedge trimmer is to be transported or stored.
Careful appliance handling reduces the risk of injury
by knife.
Hold the power tools by the insulated handles
as the cutting knife may come into contact with
hidden cables/lines. Contact of the cutting knife
with a live conductor may bring the metal parts of the
appliance under voltage and cause electric shock.
Provide adequate lighting or good lighting conditions
when working with the machine.
Be careful when going backwards – risk of
tripping!
Do not run! Immediately remove cut branches/
knots from the work area to prevent injuries. Watch
out for falling branches!
The ON/OFF switch and safety switch must not be
locked.
Turn the appliance on only when in a normal working
position.
Check all screw and plug-in connections and
protective equipment if firm and tightened
properly and whether all moving parts are
running smooth whenever the appliance is to be
put into operation.
The protective equipment on the appliance is
strictly prohibited to be disassembled, changed,
used in conflict with the designation and it is
prohibited to attach any protective equipment of
other manufacturers.
The appliance must not be used if damaged
or safety equipment is defective. Replace any
worn-out and damaged parts.
Fuel mix
Caution! Correct mix ratio must be provided in
respect of fuel.
Caution! Do not use old fuel mix as it gets segregated
over time and engine lubrication will no longer be
guaranteed.
Do not keep the mix in the tank for a long time -
weeks or months as there is a risk of segregation.
High-quality 2-stroke oil to be used only to prevent
damage to the combustion engine.
Damage resulting from a failure to respect any of the
points given above is not covered by warranty! The
same applies to damage arising from unit overloa-
ding!
We recommend that you use a fuel additive. Hint Part
No. 95307
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Maintenance
Switch the engine off and remove the socket
plug before any work on the engine. Wait
until all rotating parts have stopped and
the appliance has cooled down.
Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may
only be performed by qualified authorised staff.
Use only original accessories and original spare parts.
Keep the device, in particular the air vents, clean at all
times. Never spray water on the device body!
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.
After each use, clean the cutter bar carefully. Wipe it
with a cloth immersed in oil or apply metal treatment
spray on it.
Blunt, bent or damaged knives must be immediately
replaced.
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.
Machine to be stored in a dry place.