Makita UM600D Manuel D'instructions page 12

moving parts, binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts, mounting, and any other condi-
tion that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by our authorized ser-
vice center unless indicated elsewhere in this
manual.
4. Switch on the motor only when the hands and
feet are away from the cutting tool.
5. Before starting make sure that the cutting tool
has no contact with any objects.
Method of operation
1. Only use the equipment in good light and
visibility. During the winter season beware
of slippery or wet areas, ice and snow (risk
of slipping). Always ensure a safe footing on
slopes and be sure to walk and never run.
2. Take care against injury to feet and hands from
the cutting tool.
3. Never stand on a ladder and run the
equipment.
4. Never climb up into trees to perform cutting
operation with the equipment.
5. Never work on unstable surfaces.
6. Remove sand, stones, nails etc. found within
the working range. Foreign particles may dam-
age the cutting tool and can cause dangerous
kick-backs.
Should the cutting tool hit stones or other hard
7.
objects, immediately switch off the motor and
inspect the cutting tool.
8. Inspect the cutting tool at short regular inter-
vals for damage (detection of hairline cracks
by means of tapping-noise test).
9. Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool
must have reached full working speed.
10. The cutting tool has to be equipped with the
appropriate guard. Never run the equipment
with damaged guards or without guards in
place!
11. All protective installations and guards sup-
plied with the equipment must be used during
operation.
12. Always remove the battery cartridge from the
equipment:
— whenever leaving the equipment
unattended;
— before clearing a blockage;
before checking, cleaning or working on
—
the equipment;
— after striking a foreign object;
— whenever the equipment starts vibrating
abnormally.
13. Always ensure that the ventilation openings
are kept clear of debris.
14. Cutting means continues to run after the motor
is switched off.
Cutting Tools
Employ only the correct cutting tool for the job
in hand.
Maintenance instructions
1. The condition of the equipment, in particular of
the cutting tool of the protective devices must
be checked before commencing work.
2. Turn off the motor and remove the battery
cartridge before carrying out maintenance,
replacing cutting tools or cleaning the equip-
ment or cutting tool.
3. When not in use, store the equipment indoors
in dry and high or locked-up place - out of the
reach of children. Clean and maintain before
storage.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
with product (gained from repeated use) replace
strict adherence to safety rules for the subject
product. MISUSE or failure to follow the safety
rules stated in this instruction manual may cause
serious personal injury.
Cordless Hedge Trimmer Safety
Warnings
1. Keep all parts of the body away from the cut-
ter blade. Do not remove cut material or hold
material to be cut when blades are moving.
Make sure the switch is off when clearing
jammed material. A moment of inattention while
operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious
personal injury.
2. Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with
the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or
storing the hedge trimmer always fit the cut-
ting device cover. Proper handling of the hedge
trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from
the cutter blades.
3. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the cutter blade may
contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting
a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool "live" and could give the operator an
electric shock.
4. Do not use the hedge trimmer in the rain or in
wet or very damp conditions. The electric motor
is not waterproof.
5. First-time users should have an experienced
hedge trimmer user show them how to use the
trimmer.
6. The hedge trimmer must not be used by
children or young persons under 18 years of
age. Young persons over 16 years of age may be
exempted from this restriction if they are undergo-
ing training under the supervision of an expert.
7. Use the hedge trimmer only if you are in good
physical condition. If you are tired, your attention
will be reduced. Be especially careful at the end of
a working day. Perform all work calmly and care-
fully. The user is responsible for all damages to
third parties.
8. Never use the trimmer when under the influ-
ence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
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DO NOT let comfort or familiarity