– if the unit starts vibrating exces-
sively.
c) While cutting, ensure that there
are no persons (particularly chil-
dren) or animals in the working
area. Ensure that children do not
play with the unit.
d) Before switching on the hedge
trimmer, ensure that the working
area is free of stones and pieces
of wire. Look out for them while
cutting and search the hedge for
concealed objects, such as wire
fences.
e) Use the unit only in daylight or in
good artificial lighting.
f) Use the unit in dry conditions only.
Protect it from rain and moisture.
g) Ensure that the cutter does not
touch the ground or other objects.
h) Wait until the electric power tool
has come to a standstill before
putting it down.
i) When interrupting work, never
leave the unit unattended and
keep it in a safe place.
j) Always switch the hedge trimmer
off before transporting it to other
workplaces.
k) Never grasp the blade of the
hedge trimmer.
l) Ensure that all guards and han-
dles are fitted before using the
unit. Never attempt to switch on
an incompletely assembled unit
or a unit which has unauthorised
modifications.
m) Operate the unit only in the tech-
nical condition stipulated and
delivered by the manufacturer.
Unauthorised changes to the unit
exclude liability of the manufactur-
er for any resulting damage and/or
injury.
n) Spare parts must conform with
the requirements specified by the
manufacturer. Therefore use origi-
nal spare parts only or spare parts
authorised by the manufacturer.
When replacing parts, please fol-
low the supplied installation in-
structions and remove the battery
beforehand.
l) Have repairs carried out exclu-
sively by a qualified technician or
a service centre.
9 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS ON RISKS DUE TO VIBRA-
TION
a) The declared vibration data repre-
sents the main applications of the
tool, but different uses of the tool
or poor maintenance can result in
different vibration data. This may
significantly increase the vibration
level over the total working period.
b) Additional safety measure shall
be taken to protect the user from
effects of vibration. Maintain the
tool and its accessories, keep
hands warm and organize work
patterns and periods.
For safety instructions for the bat-
tery charger please refer to the man-
ual of the charger.
For safety instructions for Li-ion bat-
teries please refer to the manual of
the battery.
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