AL-KO 113965, Translation Of The Original Instructions For Use

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Product description
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Only pass on the appliance to other persons
together with these operating instructions.
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Comply with the safety and warning informa-
tion in these operating instructions.
1.1 Symbols on the title page
Symbol Meaning
It is essential to read through these
operating instructions carefully be-
fore start-up. This is essential for
safe working and trouble-free han-
dling.
Operating instructions
Li
Handle Li-Ion rechargeable batter-
ies with care! In particular, observe
the notes on transport, storage and
disposal in these operating instruc-
tions!
1.2 Legends and signal words
DANGER! Denotes an imminently danger-
ous situation which will result in fatal or serious
injury if not avoided.
WARNING! Denotes a potentially danger-
ous situation which can result in fatal or serious
injury if not avoided.
CAUTION! Denotes a potentially dangerous
situation which can result in minor or moderate
injury if not avoided.
IMPORTANT! Denotes a situation which can
result in material damage if not avoided.
NOTE Special instructions for ease of under-
standing and handling.
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The pole-mounted pruner allows you to prune
trees and other shrubs conveniently and safely
from the ground. This eliminates the time-con-
suming and dangerous work on a ladder or a
tree.
The appliance may only be used together with
the lithium-ion rechargeable batteries and char-
gers specified in the technical data. See the sep-
arate operating instructions for further information
on rechargeable batteries and chargers:
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Operating instructions 443130: rechargeable
batteries
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Operating instructions 443131: chargers
IMPORTANT! Danger of damage to the ap-
pliance and battery. If the appliance is operated
with unsuitable batteries, both the device and the
batteries may be damaged.
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Operate the appliance only with the specified
rechargeable batteries.
2.1 Designated use
The pole-mounted pruner is intended for pruning
established trees and other shrubs from the
ground. The user must be standing firmly on the
ground.
Only biodegradable saw chain oil may be used.
Any use other than the intended use described
here is deemed as an improper use.
This appliance is intended solely for use in non-
commercial applications. Any other use as well
as unauthorised conversions or modifications are
regarded as contrary to the intended use and will
result in voiding of the warranty as well as loss of
conformity; the manufacturer will thus decline any
responsibility for damage and/or injury suffered
by the user or third parties.
2.2 Possible foreseeable misuse
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The pole-mounted pruner must not be used
for felling trees.
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Do not saw off any branches that are directly
or at an acute angle above the user or other
persons.
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Take care not to damage live lines.
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Do not operate the tool standing on a ladder.
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Do not use any used oil or mineral oil.
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Do not use the tool in a potentially explosive
atmosphere.
2.3 Residual dangers
Even during correct use of the appliance, there is
always a certain residual risk that cannot be ex-
cluded. Depending on the use, the following po-
tential risks can be derived from the type and
construction of the appliance:
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Contact with wood chips and oil dust flying
around
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Inhalation of wood chip particles and oil dust