Safety Notes
Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be
familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the line trimmer. Please keep the instructions
safe for later use.
Explanation of symbols on the line trimmer
General hazard safety alert.
Read instruction manual.
Wear eye protection.
Beware of thrown or flying objects to bystanders.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the ma-
chine.
Switch off and remove plug from mains be-
fore adjusting, cleaning or if the cable is en-
tangled and before leaving the trimmer unat-
tended for any period. Keep the supply flex-
ible cord away from the cutting line.
Do not work in the rain or leave the trimmer
outdoors whilst it is raining.
■ Never operate the trimmer with damaged guards
or shields or without guards or shields in position.
■ Before use check the supply and extension cord
for signs of damage or ageing. If the cord be-
comes damaged during use, disconnect the cord
from the supply immediately. DO NOT TOUCH
THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE
SUPPLY. Do not use the trimmer if the cord is
damaged or worn.
■ Before using the machine and after impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair if neces-
sary.
■ Do not operate the trimmer when barefoot or
wearing open sandals, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
■ Keep extension cords away from cutting ele-
ments.
■ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the trimmer. Local regu-
lations may restrict the age of the operator. When
not in use store the trimmer out of reach of chil-
dren.
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■ This appliance is not intended for used by per-
sons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experi-
ence and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
■ Never work with this trimmer while people, espe-
cially children or pets are nearby.
■ The operator or user is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their prop-
erty.
■ Wait until the rotating line has completely stopped
before touching it. The line continues to rotate af-
ter the trimmer is switched off, a rotating line can
cause injury.
■ Work only in daylight or in good artificial light.
■ Avoid operating the trimmer in wet grass, where
feasible.
■ Switch off when transporting the trimmer to and
from the area to be worked on.
■ Switch on the trimmer with hands and feet well
away from the rotating line.
■ Do not put hands or feet near the rotating line.
■ Never fit metal cutting elements to this trimmer.
■ Inspect and maintain the trimmer regularly.
■ Have the trimmer repaired only by an authorized
customer service agent.
■ Always ensure that the ventilation slots are kept
clear of debris.
■ Take care against injury from the blade fitted for
cutting the nylon line length. After feeding line al-
ways return the trimmer to its normal operating
position before switching on.
■ Switch off and remove the plug from the
socket:
– whenever you leave the machine unattended for
any period
– before replacing the spool
– if the cable is entangled
– before cleaning or working on the line trimmer.
■ Store the machine in a secure dry place out of
reach of children. Do not place other objects on
top of the machine.
■ Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
■ Ensure replacement parts fitted are Bosch ap-
proved.
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