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Damaged protective devices
and covers must be replaced,
missing protective devices
and covers must be correctly
fitted.
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Never put the appliance into
operation while people, espe-
cially children or pets, are in
the immediate vicinity.
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Before working, remove any
dangerous objects from the
working area, e.g. branches,
glass or metal pieces, stones.
operation
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Always wear safety glasses
and sturdy shoes when work-
ing with the appliance.
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Do not work with the appli-
ance in bad weather condi-
tions, especially when thun-
derstorms are approaching.
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Only use the appliance in day-
light or good artificial light.
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Never use the appliance if
protective devices and covers
are damaged or not present.
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Always disconnect the appli-
ance from the power supply,
i.e. remove rechargeable bat-
teries or non-rechargeable
batteries:
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before leaving the appli-
ance unattended
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before removing blockages
in the appliance
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before checking, cleaning
or working on the appliance
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whenever the appliance
starts to vibrate in an un-
usual way
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Always make sure that the
ventilation openings on the
appliance are free of foreign
objects.
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After contact with dangerous
objects and foreign bodies,
check the appliance for dam-
age. Have the appliance re-
paired if it has been damaged.
Maintenance and storage
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Before carrying out mainte-
nance or cleaning work, dis-
connect the appliance from
the power supply i.e. activate
switch-on lock, remove re-
chargeable batteries or non-
rechargeable batteries.
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Always wear protective gloves
during maintenance, care and
cleaning work.
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Only use the spare parts and
accessories recommended by
the manufacturer.
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Regularly check and maintain
the appliance. The appliance
may only be repaired by an
AL-KO service centre.
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Keep the appliance out of the
reach of children when not in
use.
Safety instructions