Residual Risks; Environmental Protection - Kärcher GSH 18-20 Battery Manuel D'instructions Original

Secure the device against
movement or falling down during
transport.
ATTENTION ● Remove all for-
eign bodies from the device be-
fore storage or transportation.
● Store the device in a dry, well
ventilated location out of the
reach of children. Keep the de-
vice away from corrosive sub-
stances such as garden
chemicals. ● Do not store the
device outdoors.

Residual risks

WARNING
● Certain residual risks remain
present, even when the device
is operated in the prescribed
manner. The following dangers
can be present when using the
device:
 Injuries through contact with
the cutting tools. Keep the cut-
ting tools away from your body
and below hip height. Use the
blade guard when not cutting.
 Vibration can cause injuries.
Use the correct tools for the
job, use the handles provided
and limit the working time and
hazard exposure time.
 Noise can cause hearing inju-
ries. Wear hearing protection
and limit the duration of expo-
sure.
Intended use
 The battery-powered grass and shrub shears are
only intended for private use.
 The battery-powered grass and shrub shears are
designed for working outdoors in a well-ventilated
area.
 In applications with the shearing attachment, the de-
vice is used for easy grass trimming.
 In applications with the shrub blade, the device is
used for easy bush, hedge and shrub trimming.
Any other use is prohibited.

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please
dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valu-
able, recyclable materials and often components
such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
pose a potential threat to human health and the environ-
ment. However, these components are required for the
correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked
by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togeth-
er with the household rubbish.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.com/REACH
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the
packaging. Check the contents for completeness when
unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the
event of any shipping damage, please notify your deal-
er.
Safety devices
CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Never modify or bypass safety devices.
Illustration B
The blade guard is an important component of the safe-
ty devices for the grass shears and shrub blade. A dam-
aged blade guard must not be used and must be
replaced immediately.
The unlocking button blocks the power switch, and thus
prevents an uncontrolled start-up of the device.
Illustration C
Unlocking button for ON/OFF switch
1
ON/OFF switch
2
To start up the device, first press the unlocking button
and then the ON/OFF switch.
English
Blade guard
Unlocking button
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