Note:
Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
special certification requirements for certain markets.
California Proposition 65
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out
specially important parts of the manual.
WARNING:
injury or death for the operator or bystanders
if the instructions in the manual are not
obeyed.
CAUTION:
damage to the product, other materials or
the adjacent area if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.
Note:
Used to give more information that is necessary
in a given situation.
Safety instructions for extended reach
hedge trimmers
•
Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by
lightning.
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There is no electrical insulation in this product. If the product touches or comes near high
voltage power lines, it can cause serious injury or death to the operator. Electricity can move
between different objects by a curve. The higher the voltage, the longer the electricity can
move. Electricity can also move through branches and other objects, especially if the object
is wet. Always keep a distance at a minimum of 10 m/33 ft between the product and high
voltage power lines. Make sure that the power is off before you start the work near the power
lines. Keep a distance at a minimum of 15 m/50 ft to other persons or animals during the
operation.
Used if there is a risk of
Used if there is a risk of
Safety
•
To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use the
extended-reach hedge trimmer near any electrical
power lines. Contact with or use near power lines
may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting
in death.
•
Always use two hands when operating the extended-
reach hedge trimmer. Hold the extended-reach
hedge trimmer with both hands to avoid loss of
control.
•
Always use head protection when operating the
extended-reach hedge trimmer overhead. Falling
debris can result in serious personal injury.
General safety instructions
WARNING:
and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
•
Please read the operator's manual carefully and
make sure you understand the instructions before
using the attachment.
•
These instructions supplement the instructions that
were included with the product. For other
procedures, please refer to the operating instructions
for the product.
Read all safety warnings
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