Black & Decker LPHT120 Manuel D'instruction page 4

to hedge trimmer. The use of the hedge trimmer without the proper
guard or handle provided may result in serious personal injury.
CAUtIoN:
Do not expose to rain.
WArNING:
remove plug from the outlet immediately if the
extension cord becomes damaged or cut.
WArNING:
Some dust created by this product contains chemicals
known to the State of california to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as
dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
IMPortANt sAFety rUles
WArNING:
read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious personal injury.
sAve these INstrUCtIoNs
BeFore oPerAtING Pole trIMMer
CAUtIoN:
The unit has not been designed to provide
protection from electric shock in the event of contact with overhead
electric lines, consult local regulations for safe distances from overhead
electric power lines and ensure that the operating position is safe and
secure before operating the extended reach hedge trimmer.
• For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before using the
Pole Trimmer. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety
instructions listed below, can result in serious personal injury.
• Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate Pole
Trimmer when you are tired.
• Only well-instructed adults should operate Pole Trimmer. Never allow
children to operate.
• Do not use Pole Trimmer for any job except that for which it is intended.
• Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.
• Wear the following safety gear when operating Pole Trimmer:
- heavy-duty gloves
- substantial footwear
- safety glasses, goggles or face screen that are marked to
comply with aNSI Z87.1
- face or dust mask (if working in dusty areas)
• Do not wear loose fitting clothing, or jewelry of any kind that could get
caught in the moving blades or parts of the Pole Trimmer.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement
in any moving parts.
WhIle oPerAtING Pole trIMMer
• Stay alert. Use common sense while operating the unit.
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
• Keep children, animals and bystanders at a safe distance away from
Pole Trimmer. Only Pole Trimmer user should be in work area.
• Grip Pole Trimmer securely - one hand on the pole, the other on the handle.
• Keep finger off trigger until ready to use.
• Before starting Pole Trimmer, make sure blades are not touching anything.
• Keep all parts of body away from blades when Pole Trimmer is running.
• Carry Pole Trimmer from one place to another
- with battery removed
- by holding pole at balance point
- with blades to rear
• Do not operate in poor lighting.
• During operation, rest periodically and change working positions to
reduce fatigue.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can
result in loss of balance or exposure to sharp surfaces.
• Do not, under any circumstance, use any attachment or accessory on
this product, which was not provided with the product, or identified as
appropriate for use with this product in this Instruction Manual.
Do Not oPerAte Pole trIMMer:
- while under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs
- in rain or in damp or wet areas
- where highly flammable liquids or gases are present
- if Pole Trimmer is damaged, adjusted wrong, or not fully and
securely assembled
- if trigger does not turn Pole Trimmer on and off. Blades must stop
moving when you release trigger. Have faulty switch replaced by
authorized service center. See "Service Information".
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