3.
Wear ear protection. Adequate protective equip-
ment will reduce the risk of hearing loss.
4.
Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the blade may contact
hidden wiring. Blades contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
5.
Keep all parts of the body away from the blade.
Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Blades
continue to move after the switch is turned off. A
moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
When clearing jammed material or servic-
6.
ing the hedge trimmer, make sure all power
switches are off and the battery pack is
removed or disconnected. Unexpected actua-
tion of the hedge trimmer while clearing jammed
material or servicing may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
7.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
blade stopped and taking care not to operate
any power switch. Proper carrying of the hedge
trimmer will decrease the risk of inadvertent start-
ing and resultant personal injury from the blades.
When transporting or storing the hedge trim-
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mer, always use the blade cover. Proper han-
dling of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of
personal injury from the blades.
Cordless pole hedge trimmer safety warnings:
1.
Always use head protection when operating
the pole hedge trimmer overhead. Falling debris
can result in serious personal injury.
2.
Always use two hands when operating the pole
hedge trimmer. Hold the pole hedge trimmer with
both hands to avoid loss of control.
To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use
3.
the pole hedge trimmer near any electrical
power lines. Contact with or use near power lines
may cause serious injury or electric shock result-
ing in death.
Additional safety warnings
Preparation
1.
THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully
for the correct handling, preparation, main-
tenance, starting and stopping of the tool.
Become familiar with all controls and the
proper use of the tool.
2.
Check the hedges and bushes for foreign
objects, such as wire fences or hidden wiring
before operating the tool.
3.
The tool must not be used by children or
young persons under 18 years of age. Young
persons over 16 years of age may be exempted
from this restriction if they are undergoing training
under the supervision of an expert.
4.
In the event of an emergency, switch off
the tool and remove the battery cartridge
immediately.
5.
DANGER - Keep hands away from blade.
Contact with blade will result in serious personal
injury.
6.
First-time users should have an experienced
user show them how to use the tool.
7.
Before operation, examine the work area for
wire fences, stones, or other solid objects.
They can damage the blades.
8.
Use the tool only if you are in good physical
condition. If you are tired, your attention will be
reduced. Be especially careful at the end of a
working day. Perform all work calmly and carefully.
The user is responsible for all damages to third
parties.
9.
Before starting work, check to make sure that
the tool is in good and safe working order.
Ensure guards are fitted properly. The tool
must not be used unless fully assembled.
10. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
tool in damp or wet locations or expose it to
rain. Water entering the tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
Personal protective equipment
Work gloves of stout leather are part of the
1.
basic equipment of the tool and must always
be worn when working with it. Also wear
sturdy shoes with anti-skid soles.
2.
Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to pre-
vent hearing loss.
Wear protective goggles, safety helmet and
3.
protective gloves to protect yourself from
flying debris or falling objects.
When touching blades or adjusting the blade
4.
angle, wear protective gloves. Blades can cut
bare hands severely.
Operation
Always use two hands to operate the tool.
1.
Using one hand could cause loss of control and
result in serious personal injury.
While operating the tool, always ensure that
2.
the operating position is safe and secure.
Overreaching with the tool, particularly from
a ladder, is extremely dangerous. Do not work
from anything wobbly or infirm.
3.
Do not simultaneously wear multiple belt har-
nesses and/or shoulder harnesses when oper-
ating the tool.
4.
During operation, keep bystanders or animals
at least 15 m away from the tool. Stop the tool
as soon as someone approaches.
5.
If cutting tool strikes any object or the tool
starts making unusual noise or vibration,
switch off the tool and remove the battery car-
tridge immediately and allow the tool to stop.
And then take the following steps:
•
inspect for damage
check for, and tighten, any loose parts
•
•
have any damaged parts replaced or
repaired with genuine spare parts.
6.
Only use the tool for its intended purpose. Do
not use the tool for any other purpose.
7.
Switch off the tool and remove the battery
cartridge before:
•
cleaning or when clearing a blockage,
•
checking, carrying out maintenance or
working on the tool,
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