Worx WG324 Manuel D'instructions page 6

increased kickback.
FOR PRUNING SAW WITH
THE EXTENDED POLE SAFETY
WARNINGS
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
FOR ALL APPLIANCES:
1) Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use
appliances in damp or wet locations.
2) Don't Use In Rain.
3) Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept
at a distance from work area.
4) Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear
is recommended when working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
5) Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
6) Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for
any job except that for which it is intended.
7) Don't Force Appliance - It will do the job better
and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at
the rate for which it was designed.
8) Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and
6 balance at all times.
9) Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate appliance
when you are tired.
10) Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in
dry, and high or locked-up place - out of reach of
children.
11) Maintain Appliance With Care - Keep cutting
edge sharp and clean for best performance and
to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
12) Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the
appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other condition that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere in this manual.
FOR ALL BATTERY – OPERATED GARDENING
APPLIANCES
Cordless Pruning Saw
1. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to battery pack, picking up or carrying the
appliance. Carrying the appliance with your
finger on the switch or energizing appliance that
have the switch on invites accidents.
2. Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing appliance. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the appliance accidentally.
3. Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer .A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
4. Use appliances only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs
may create a risk of injury and fire.
5. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminals together
may cause burns or a fire.
6. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
7. Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
8. Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire
or temperature above 130°C ( 265°F) may cause
explosion.
9. Follow all charging instructions and do
not charge the battery pack or appliance
outside of the temperature range specified
in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside of the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
10. Have servicing performed by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
11. Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance
or the battery pack (as applicable) except as
indicated in the instructions for use and care.
2. WARNING – Do not operate near electrical
power lines. 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
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