Black & Decker ST182320 Mode D'emploi page 8

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switched off and when it is running idle in
addition to the trigger time.
Additional safety instruc-
tions for grass trimmers
Warning! Cutting elements continue to
rotate after the motor is switched off.
Be familiar with the controls and the
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proper use of the appliance.
Always remove the battery from the
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appliance whenever the appliance is
unattended, before clearing a block-
age, before cleaning and maintenance,
after striking a foreign object.
Or whenever the appliance starts
vibrating abnormally.
Wear stout shoes or boots to protect
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your feet.
Wear long trousers to protect your
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legs.
Before using the appliance, check that
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your cutting path is free from sticks,
stones, wire and any other obstacles.
Only use the appliance in the upright
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position, with the cutting line near the
ground. Never switch the appliance on
in any other position.
Move slowly when using the appliance.
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Be aware that freshly cut grass is
damp and slippery.
Do not work on steep slopes. Work
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across the face of slopes, not up and
down.
Never cross gravel paths or roads
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while the appliance is running.
Never touch the cutting line while the
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appliance is running.
Do not put the appliance down until the
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cutting line has come to a complete
standstill.
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(Original instructions)
Use only the appropriate type of cut-
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ting line. Never use metal cutting line
or fishing line.
Be careful not to touch the line trim-
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ming blade.
Keep hands and feet away from the
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cutting line at all times, especially
when switching on the motor.
Before using the appliance and after
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any impact, check for signs of wear or
damage and repair as necessary.
Never operate the appliance with
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damaged guards or without guards in
place.
Take care against injury from any de-
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vice fitted for trimming the filament line
length. After extending new cutter line
always return the machine to its nor-
mal operating position before switching
on.
Always ensure that the ventilation slots
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are kept clear of debris.
Additional safety instructions for
batteries and chargers
Batteries
Never attempt to open for any reason.
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Do not expose the battery to water.
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Do not store in locations where the
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temperature may exceed 40 °C.
Charge only at ambient temperatures
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between 10 °C and 40 °C.
Charge only using the charger pro-
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vided with the tool.
When disposing of batteries, follow
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the instructions given in the section
"Protecting the environment".