IKRA AAS 4025 Manuel D'utilisation page 54

the tool running. Do not try to hold material to be
cut off with your hand. Remove cut-off matter that
is stuck between the blades only with the tool be-
ing switched off! When working with hedge trimmers
even a short moment of inattentiveness may result in
severe injury.
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Carry the hedge trimmer at the handle with the
cutting blades standing still. Always put on the
protection cover when transporting or storing the
hedge trimmer. Careful handling reduces the risk of
injury through the cutting blades.
• Check the hedge for hidden objects such as wire
fencing before beginning to cut.
• The hedge trimmer may not be used by persons who
are younger than 16 years of age or by persons who
have not been trained to use it.
• Keep the hedge trimmer away from children, other
persons and pets.
• Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. This could become caught in moving parts.
Wearing rubber gloves and sturdy footwear is recom-
mended. Wear a hair net if you have long hair.
• Wear a dust mask if it is dusty where you are working.
• Do not use the hedge trimmer if the cutter is not prop-
erly secured or if it is damaged.
• Make sure before switching on the hedge trimmer
that the blades do not come into contact with stones
or rubble.
• When working, keep the cutter away from your body
and extremities.
• Do not cut hard objects. This can cause injuries and
damage the hedge trimmer.
• Use only in daylight or if there is sufficient artificial
lighting.
• When the hedge trimmer is not being used, store it
in a dry location in such a way that the blade is not
exposed and the hedge trimmer is out of the reach
of children.
• Never use the hedge trimmer in the rain. Keep away
from the wet and the damp. Do not leave outdoors
overnight. Do not cut damp or wet grass.
• Make sure the hedge trimmer does not start acciden-
tally. Do not carry the hedge trimmer with fingers on
both switches if the hedge trimmer is plugged in. Make
sure the switch is set to off before plugging the plug
into the socket.
• Do not attempt to remove cut materials or attempt to
hold on to materials being cut while the blades are in
motion. Make sure that the hedge trimmer has been
switched off and has come to a complete stop before
attempting to remove jammed material. Do not lift or
hold the hedge trimmer by the blades.
• If solid objecst are caught in the cutting blade and jam
the motor, switch off the machine at once, remove the
battery, remove the object and continue with the work.
CAUTION: The blades continue to run after the
trimmer has been switched off.
• Do not overload the hedge trimmer. The trimmer
works better and poses less risk of injury if it is oper-
ated as intended.
• Be careful, pay attention to what you are doing. Use
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common sense. Do not use the hedge trimmer if you
are tired.
• Take care of the hedge trimmer, keep the blades
sharp and clean; the blades then provide the best
performance and pose less risk of injury. Keep the
grips dry, clean and free of oil and grease.
- A tingling feeling or numbness in the hands is sign of
excessive vibration. Limit the operating time, take suf-
ficiently long work breaks, distribute the work between
several people or wear anti-vibration gloves when
using the tool for extended periods.
- A certain degree of noise from this device is unavoid-
able. Perform noise-intensive work at times when
this is permitted and at times intended for this type of
work. Where applicable, observe quiet times and limit
working time to the absolute minimum. You and other
persons in the area where the trimmer is being used
should wear suitable hearing
General safety
Before use the pole trimmer
1. Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
2. Avoid Dangerous Environments:
3. Keep Children Away – Keep all visitors, children and
4. Use Right Appliance – Do not use Pole Trimmer for
5. Only well instructed adults should operate Pole Trim-
6. Dress Properly when operating Pole Trimmer
7. Always wear eye protection.
8. Your power tool is not insulated against electric
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WARNING: When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce risk of fire, elec-
tric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
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sense when operating Pole Trimmer.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer in rain or in damp or
wet locations..
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer while under the influ-
ence of alcohol, medications, or drugs.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer where highly- flam-
mable liquids or gases are present.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer while standing on a
ladder or in a tree.
- Do not operate Pole Trimmer if it is damaged or not
securely and fully assembled.
pets a safe distance from work area, at least 30 ft
(10 m) away.
any job except that for which it is intended.
mer. Never allow children to operate Pole Trimmer.
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get
caught in the moving blades or parts of the Pole
Trimmer.
- Always wear rubber gloves and substantial foot
wear when working outside.
- Always wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
- Always wear a face or dust mask if operation is
dusty.
protection.