Intended Use
When the thread reel is used, the motor-
ised strimmer is suitable for cutting grass
in the garden, along border edges and
around trees or fence posts.
When the metal cutting blade is used, the
equipment cuts grass, weeds or light plant
growth.
The equipment is intended exclusively for
private use.
Any other use not explicitly authorised in
these instructions may result in damage
to the equipment and represent a serious
hazard to the user.
The equipment is not designed for cutting
bushes, small trees or similar plants. The
equipment is intended for use by adults.
Young people over the age of 16 may use
the equipment only under supervision.
The operator or user is responsible for ac-
cidents or damage to other people or their
property.
The manufacturer is not liable for dam-
ages caused by use other than for the in-
tended purpose or by incorrect operation.
Safety Information
In order to be able to operate
the equipment safely, all instruc-
tions and information in the op-
erating instructions about safe-
ty, assembly and operation must
be followed precisely. Anyone
operating or maintaining this
equipment must be familiar with
the operating instructions and
informed of potential hazards.
Do not allow access by children or by
people who are ill or infirm. Children must
be carefully supervised when they are
in the area of machinery. Observe the
regional and local accident prevention
regulations applicable where you are. The
same applies for all regulations concern-
ing occupational safety and health in the
workplace.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable if
the machines produced by the same are
modified without permission and if dam-
age to people or property occurs as a
result of such modifications.
Warning! Always take basic pre-
cautions when using machinery.
Please also observe all tips and
information in the additional safety
information.
General Safety Information
1. Observe the surrounding conditions
under which you are working. The
motorised equipment produces toxic
fumes as soon as the engine is run-
ning. These gases may be odour-
less and invisible. Therefore, never
work with the equipment in enclosed
or poorly ventilated spaces. Ensure
adequate ventilation when working.
Ensure a safe stance in the wet, snow
and ice, on slopes and on uneven ter-
ritory.
2. Do not allow strangers to use the
equipment. Visitors and onlookers –
particularly children and people who
are ill or infirm – must be kept away
from the workplace. Prevent other
people from coming into contact with
the tools. Do not pass on the equip-
ment to people who are unfamiliar
with the equipment and its handling.
3. Ensure the safe transport and storage
of the equipment. Always carry the
equipment suspended by the carrying
strap or on the tube. Equipment that
is not in use must be stored in a dry
place as high up as possible or locked
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