Preparation; Maintenance And Storage - Metabo PowerMaxx SGS 12 Q Notice Originale

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.
Keep all power cords and cables away from
cutting area. Power cords or cables may be hidden
in hedges or bushes and can be accidentally cut by
the blade.
Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck
by lightning.
Persons under the age of 16 must not used the
machine.
Danger of injury from the sharp edges of the blades.
Never touch the cutting blade. Wear protective
gloves.
Always hold the machine firmly and ensure a firm
stand on the ground. Pay attention to obstacles in
the working area - danger of tripping. Keep the
cutting blade well away from the body.
Examine the area to be cut and remove wire or other
foreign bodies.
If the cutting blades come to a standstill due to a
particularly hard branch or foreign body (e.g. wire in
a hedge) and the stoppage cannot be corrected by
pulling the machine back, the motor must first be
switched off and the battery pack removed from the
machine before the cause of the blockage can be
removed manually from the cutting blade.
For other activities (e.g. removing twigs or cuttings),
deposit the machine outside the working area.
Lay the machine down such that persons are not at
risk.
For storage and transport, always slide on the
protective covers onto the cutting blades.
Make sure that the tool is switched off before fitting
the battery pack.
4.2 Operating instructions
• Carefully read the operating instructions.
Familiarise yourself with the controls and the
proper use of the machine.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the tool.
• The user is responsible for injuries or material
damage to other persons or their property.
4.3

Preparation

• Always wear protective goggles, safety gloves,
sturdy shoes and long trousers when operating
the machine.
• Do not switch on the tool if parts or guard devices
are missing or are defective, or if an unauthorised
modification has been made. Have defective
parts repaired. Before use, check that the
machine is assembled correctly.
• Do not operate the machine if persons, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
4.4 Operation
• Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Use only when the user stands at ground level.
Do not use on ladders or any unstable support.
• Keep hands, other body parts or clothing away
from the suction port and exhaust opening and do
not bring them near moving parts.
• Avoid adverse body positions. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times, especially when
working on sloped ground.
• If the machine starts making unusual noises or
vibrates unusually strong: Switch off the machine
immediately and wait until the motor has come to
a standstill. Remove battery pack. Take the
following steps before restarting and operating
the machine:
- check for damage;
- replace or repair damaged parts;
- check for loose parts and tighten them.
• Never operate the machine with damaged
protective equipment or without protective
equipment.
• Switch off the machine and remove battery pack.
Ensure that all moving parts have come to a
standstill:
- When not in use and when the operator moves
away from the tool;
- before clearing any blockages;
- before checking or cleaning the machine or
before carrying out any work on the machine;
- Before making any adjustments, changing
tools, maintenance or cleaning or if the machine
is stored;
- after touching a foreign body in order to check
the tool for damage;
- immediate checking when the machine starts to
vibrate excessively.
• Do not operate the machine in bad weather
conditions, especially if there is a risk of lightning.
• In the event of an accident or malfunction, switch
off the machine immediately and remove the
battery pack.
4.5

Maintenance and storage

• Remove the battery pack from the machine, wait
until all moving parts have come to a standstill
and the machine has cooled down before making
any adjustments, retrofitting, carrying out any
maintenance or cleaning.
• Maintain the machine with care and keep it clean.
• Store the machine in a dry place out of the reach
of children.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety
reasons. Use only original spare parts and
accessories.
4.6 Use and handling cordless tools
Protect battery packs from water and
moisture!
Do not expose battery packs to fire!
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