Ensure switch is off before starting.
15. Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Never operate this machine or other power equipment if you are tired, ill, or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or any other substance that could affect your ability of judgment.
16. Check damaged parts
Before further use or reuse of the product, it should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
Should product bump into a hard object (e.g. fence, stone...), immediately stop engine and
carefully check product for any damage, and have it repaired if necessary, by qualified service
centre.
17. Defective switches or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service centre. Do not use the product if the switch does not turn it on and off.
18. Warning
The use of any accessory or attachment, other than those recommended in this instruction manual,
may present a risk of injury to persons or animals and may cause damages.
The user and/or operator are responsible for any damages or injury caused to properties and/or
persons.
19. Have your product repaired by qualified personnel
Unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual, repairs or replacement of any damaged part
in an authorised service centre is recommended.
This product is in accordance with the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare parts; otherwise this may result in considerable danger
to the user.
20. Remarks:
The safety precautions and instructions given in this manual are unable to cover in detail all the
conditions and situations that may arise.
The operator and/or user must use common sense and caution when operating the product
especially for any matters that are not referred in the above
21. Note: For specific maintenance and safety information about this product, consult the user's
manual provided with it. If it has been lost or misplaced, contact your local retailer for a
replacement.
22. Important: The information contained in this instructions manual describes components
available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes without prior notice and
without obligation to make alterations to components previously manufactured.
The procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your machine
as well as to protect you and others from harm. These procedures are guidelines for safe operation
under most conditions, and are not intended to replace any safety rules and/or laws that may be in
force in your country / area.
23.
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WARNING
• Never permit a person without training or instruction to operate this machine.
• Always make sure the cutter attachment is properly installed and firmly tightened before
operation.
• Do not operate the articulated hedge trimmer with the muffler removed.
• Never use a cracked or warped cutter or cutter bar: replace or repair before use.
• Make sure there is always good ventilation when operating the articulated hedge trimmer.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause serious injury or death.
Never run the engine indoors!
• Before starting the engine, make sure the cutter is clear of all objects.
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