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Only re-charge the battery pack indoors.
Do not dispose of a battery pack with the
household waste!
Do not dispose of a battery pack in water!
Do not burn the battery pack!
Do not expose the battery pack to sunlight
or increased temperatures!
MAX xx °C
MAX xx °C
Risks caused by vibrations
CAUTION! Risk of injury due to vibra-
tions! Vibrations may, in particular for
persons with circulation problems, cause
damage to blood vessels and/or nerves.
If you notice any of the following symp-
toms, stop working immediately and con-
sult a doctor. Numbness of body parts,
loss of sense of feeling, itching, pins and
needles, pain, changes in skin colour.
The vibration values specified in the technical data
represent the main uses of the device. The actual
existing vibrations during use may deviate from these
as a result of the following factors:
• Incorrect use of the product;
• Unsuitable tools inserted;
• Unsuitable material;
• Insufficient maintenance.
You can reduce the risks considerably by following
the tips below:
– Maintain the device in accordance with the
instructions in the operating instructions.
– Avoid working at low temperatures.
– When it is cold, make sure your body and your
hands, in particular, are kept warm.
– Take regular breaks and move your hands at the
same time to promote circulation.
Personal safety equipment
Wear safety goggles
Wear ear defenders
Wear safety shoes
Wear protective gloves
Wear close-fitting work clothes
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Your appliance at a glance
Note: The actual appearance of your
product may differ from the illustrations.
► P. 3, fig. 1
1. Cutting equipment
2. Hand guard
3. Grip for front hand
4. Safety lock
5. Grip for rear hand
6. On/Off switch
7. Battery pack (only for 196271)
► P. 3, fig. 2
8. Display for remaining capacity
9. Push button for capacity display
10. Locking button
11. Control lights
12. Battery charger (only for 196271)
What is included
• Instructions for use
• Cordless hedge trimmer
• Battery pack (only for 196271)
• Battery charger (only for 196271)
• Blade protection
Operation
Charging the battery pack
CAUTION! Risk of injury! Comply with
all safety instructions when handling
rechargeable devices.
NOTICE! Risk of damage to the unit!
Do not allow the battery pack to deep dis-
charge.
NOTICE! Risk of damage to the unit!
Do not press the On/Off switch after the
device has deactivated automatically.
Note: The Li-Ion battery pack can be
charged at any time without affecting the
lifetime of the unit. Interrupting the charg-
ing process will not damage the battery
pack.
Note: If the battery is fully loaded, the
charger automatically switches over to the
maintenance charge function. The battery
can thus remain in the charger perma-
nently.
The battery pack must be charged prior to the first
start-up (charging time: ► Technical data – p. 30).
– Press in the locking button (10) and remove the
battery from the device.
– Insert the battery pack into the charger.