ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
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Before use and after any impact, check that there are no
damaged parts on the product. A defective switch or any
part that is damaged or worn should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authorised service centre.
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The small blade fitted to the safety guard is designed to
trim the newly extended line to the correct length for safe
and optimum performance. The blade is very sharp. Do
not touch the blade, particularly when cleaning the product.
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Use only the manufacturer's replacement cutting line.
Do not use any other cutting attachment.
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Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly
installed and securely fastened.
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Never operate the product unless all guards, deflectors,
and handles are properly and securely attached.
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Ensure that the line cut-off blade in the safety guard is
properly positioned and secured before each use.
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Keep the head attachment below waist level.
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Immediately turn off the product and remove the battery
pack in the event of an accident or a breakdown. Do not
operate the product again until it has been fully checked
by an authorised service centre.
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To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
moving parts, always turn off the product, remove the
battery pack, and allow both to cool down. Make sure
that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
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before servicing
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before clearing a blockage
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before checking, cleaning, and working on the product
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before changing accessories
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after striking a foreign object
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whenever leaving the product unattended
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whenever performing maintenance
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whenever the product starts to vibrate abnormally
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Ensure that all guards and handles are properly fitted
and are in good condition.
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Hold the product by designated handles, and restrict
working time and exposure.
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Beware of objects thrown by the cutting means. Clear
debris like small stones, gravel, and other foreign objects
from the work area before starting operation. Wires or
string may become entangled with the cutting means.
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Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear
of debris.
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Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged use
of the product. When using the product for prolonged
periods, ensure that you take regular breaks.
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Operate the product only in temperatures between 0°C
and 40°C.
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Store the product in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of fi re, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the product,
battery pack, or charger in fl uid or allow fl uid to fl ow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive fl uids, such as seawater,
certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing
products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
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Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 10°C and 38°C.
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Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0°C and 20°C.
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Use the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
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Turn off the product, remove the battery pack, and allow
both to cool down before storing or transporting.
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Remove all foreign materials from the product.
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Do not store or transport the product with the battery pack
fitted. Remove the battery pack, and secure it separately.
Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place
that is inaccessible to children. Keep the product away
from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and
de-icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
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For transportation in vehicles, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons
or damage to the product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
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Transport the battery pack in accordance with local and
national provisions and regulations.
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Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps or
tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leaking.
Check with the forwarding company for further advice.
MAINTENANCE
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Use only original manufacturer's replacement parts,
accessories, and attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, can contribute to poor performance, and
may void your warranty.
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Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. Have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre only.
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Turn off the product and remove the battery back before
conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.
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You may make adjustments or repairs described in this manual.
For other repairs, contact an authorised service centre.
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For the replacement line, use only a nylon filament line
of the diameter described in the specifications table of
this manual.
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After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
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Check all nuts, bolts, and screws before each use and
at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that
the product is in safe working condition. Any part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
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Bring the product to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
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