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When working out of doors, always make sure that the cable
is rated for outdoor use.
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Do not work alone. Someone must be within shouting
distance in the event of an emergency.
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Make sure that no children or other persons are within 15 m /
50 ft of the work area. Also be mindful of animals (6).
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Before starting work, check the electric trimmer to ascertain
its safe working condition: the cutting tool must be properly
attached, the ON/OFF switch must function properly and
automatically return to the zero position upon being released,
the grip safety must function properly, the grips should be
clean and dry, protective features must be undamaged and
properly mounted in the right position. The power cable, plug,
and extension cables must not be damaged. Make sure there
is no damage resulting from age. Otherwise you are putting
yourself at risk of injury! If the cable is damaged during
operation, do not touch it until it is disconnected from the
mains current (unplugged).
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Use the trimmer and its cutting tools only for the applications
described in this instruction manual.
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Start the trimmer only after completely assembling and
checking it. Use the trimmer only when fully assembled!
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Never use the trimmer without the guard installed.
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Before starting, make sure that the cutting tool is not touching
solid objects such as branches, rocks etc. Keep hands and
feet away from the cutting tool, especially when starting the
trimmer.
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Switch the motor off immediately if there is a change in the
trimmer's behaviour.
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If the cutting tool comes into contact with rocks or other hard
objects, immediately switch off the trimmer and check the
cutting tool.
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Check the cutting head for damage at regular intervals. No not
repair or reuse damaged cutting tools! This also applies
to cutting line heads with visible hairline cracks.
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Adjust the grips properly before use. The right posture is
important in order not to tire quickly when working. Never use
the trimmer with just one hand.
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Always hold the trimmer with both hands when working. Always
be careful to maintain a steady footing.
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During breaks and when leaving the trimmer unattended,
switch it off (7) and place it in such a way that no-one can be
endangered.
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When moving from place or place or carrying the trimmer,
switch if off (7).
Working with the trimmer
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Work only in good light and with a clear view.
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Get a stable footing.
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Be aware of any obstacles that may cause you to stumble!
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On slopes and uneven terrain there is the danger of slipping!
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Never work above your shoulder height.
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Never use the trimmer while standing on a ladder.
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Never work on unstable surfaces.
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Clear foreign objects such as stones, metal objects etc. out of
the trimming area. Otherwise these objects can ricochet (injury
hazard, 8) as well as damage the cutting tool.
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The cutting tool must be rotating at full speed before you begin
to cut.
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When trimming, swing the trimmer in a semicircle from right
to left (similar to a sickle).
Cutting tool applications
Use the cutting tool (9) only for the types of work described! No
other applications are permissible.
2-line trimmer head:
Use only for cutting grass and weeds near fences, walls, edges,
trees, posts etc.
Do not use metal cutting tools with this electric trimmer! (9a).
Schematic
drawing
360
o
15 meters
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● Breaks
● Transport
● Maintenance
● Tool Replacement
● Fault
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8
2-line trimmer head
9
9a
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