Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
When using electric gardening appliances,
always read and follow basic safety warnings
and instructions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury, including
the following:
In addition to these instructions, always
read and follow the safety warnings and
instructions included with your specific
attachment before operating the power head.
Read All Instructions
I. Training
1.
The operator of the appliance is responsible for
any accidents or hazards occurring to others or
their property.
2.
Do not allow children to use or play with the
appliance, battery pack, or the battery charger;
local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
3.
Do not allow children or untrained people to
operate or service this device. Allow only people
who are responsible, trained, familiar with the
instructions, and physically capable to operate
or service the device.
4.
Before using the appliance, battery pack, and
battery charger, read all the instructions and
cautionary markings on these products.
5.
Become familiar with the controls and proper
use of the appliance, battery pack, and battery
charger.
II. Preparation
1.
Keep bystanders and children away from the
operating area.
2.
Use only the battery pack specified by Toro.
Using other accessories and attachments may
increase the risk of injury and fire.
3.
Plugging the battery charger into an outlet that is
not 120 V can cause a fire or electric shock. Do
not plug the battery charger into an outlet other
than 120 V. For a different style of connection,
use an attachment plug adapter of the proper
configuration for the power outlet if needed.
4.
Do not use a damaged or modified battery
pack or battery charger, which may exhibit
unpredictable behavior that results in fire,
explosion, or risk of injury.
5.
If the supply cord to the battery charger is
damaged, contact an Authorized Service Dealer
to replace it.
6.
Charge the battery pack with only the battery
charger specified by Toro. A charger suitable for
1 type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
7.
Charge the battery pack in a well-ventilated area
only.
8.
Follow all charging instructions and do
not charge the battery pack outside of the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
Otherwise, you may damage the battery pack
and increase the risk of fire.
9.
Do not operate the appliance without all guards
and other safety protective devices in place and
functioning properly on the appliance.
10.
Dress properly—Wear appropriate clothing,
including eye protection; long pants; substantial,
slip-resistant footwear; rubber gloves; and
hearing protection. Tie back long hair and do
not wear loose clothing or loose jewelry that can
get caught in moving parts. Wear a dust mask in
dusty operating conditions.
III. Operation
1.
Do not operate the power head without an
attachment installed.
2.
Avoid dangerous environments—Do not use the
appliance in rain or in damp or wet locations.
3.
Use the proper appliance for your
application—Using the appliance for
purposes other an its intended use could prove
dangerous to you and bystanders.
4.
Prevent unintentional starting—Ensure that the
switch is in the O
to the battery pack and handling the appliance.
Do not carry the appliance with your finger on
the switch or energize the appliance with the
switch in the O
5.
Operate the appliance only in daylight or good
artificial light.
6.
If the tool strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately shut off the tool, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and disconnect the battery before
examining the tool for damage. Make all
necessary repairs before resuming operation
7.
Remove the battery pack from the appliance
before adjusting it or changing accessories.
8.
Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
area and all moving parts.
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position before connecting
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