AGM
AHT 450 (GB)
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2. Electrical safety
a)
The power tool’s plug must fit correctly into the wall
socket. Never modify the plug in any way.
Never use an
adaptor plug together with earthed power tools.
Unmodified plugs and suitable wall sockets minimize the
risk of electric shocks.
b)
Avoid physical contact with earthed objects, such as
pipes, radiators, ovens or refrigerators.
There is an
increased risk of receiving an electrical shock if your body
is earthed.
c)
Do not expose the power tool to rain or other wet
conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
d)
Do not abuse the mains lead. Never use the lead to carry
the tool or pull the plug from a wall socket. Keep the lead
away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts.
Damaged or tangled leads increase the risk of electric
shock.
e)
When using power tools outdoors, use an extension lead
that is suitable for this purpose.
The use of an extension
lead designed for outdoor use decreases the risk of electric
shocks.
f)
If for some reason you must use a power tool in a wet
environment, always connect it to the mains via an earth-
fault circuit breaker such as an RCD (residual current
device).
Using an RCD significantly reduces the chances of
you receiving an electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a)
Pay attention to your actions and use common sense
when using power tools. Never use power tools if you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
One moment of inattention while using a
power tool may result in serious injury.
b)
Use protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Using protective clothing such as dust masks, non-slip
safety shoes, helmets and ear defenders when needed
decreases the risk of injury.
c)
Avoid accidental starts. Make sure that the power switch
is set to OFF before plugging the tool into a wall socket.
Never carry a power tool with your finger on the trigger
and never connect the power tool to a wall socket when
the switch is set to ON, since it may result in injury.
d)
Remove all service tools/keys before switching on the
power tool.
A service tool left on a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
e)
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
This will allow you to have more control in
unexpected situations.
f)
Wear suitable attire. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or
jewellery. Keep hair, clothes and gloves away from
moving parts.
Loose-fitting clothes, jewellery or long hair
could potentially become caught in any moving parts.
g)
If equipment for dust extraction or collection is available,
make sure that it is connected and used properly.
Use of
dust collection equipment can reduce dust related
hazards.
4. Use and maintenance of the power tool
a)
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer if used at the rate for which it was
designed.
b)
Never use the power tool if the power switch does not
switch the tool on and off properly.
Any power tool that
cannot be controlled by the power switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
c)
Unplug the lead from the wall socket before making any
adjustments, changing accessories or storing the power
tool.
These precautions reduce the risk of the power tool
starting unexpectedly.
d)
Store any power tools that are not being used out of
children’s reach.
Do not allow people who are unfamiliar
with the tool or its functions to operate the tool. Power
tools can be dangerous if they fall into the hands of
inexperienced users.
e)
Maintaining power tools. Check for any incorrect settings,
parts that catch, broken parts or anything else which may
cause the power tool to malfunction. If something is
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f)
Keep tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and
are easier to control.
g)
Use the power tool, accessories and similar in accordance
with these instructions and in an appropriate way
suitable for the type of power tool used, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed.
Use of the power tool for a purpose other than
that for which it is intended could result in a dangerous
situation.
5.
Service
a)
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement parts.
This guarantees that
the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR HEDGE TRIMMER
1. Use non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when operating
the hedge trimmer and when installing or removing blades.
2. Replace any blade that has been damaged. Always make
sure blade is installed correctly and securely fastened before
each use. Failure to do so can cause serious
injury.
3. Never cut any material over 24mm in diameter.
