AL-KO HTA 2050, Manual

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26 HTA 2050
About these operating instructions
1 ABOUT THESE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
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The German version is the original operating
instructions. All additional language versions
are translations of the original operating in-
structions.
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It is essential to carefully read through these
operating instructions before start-up. This is
essential for safe working and trouble-free
handling.
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Always safeguard these operating instruc-
tions so that they can be consulted if you
need any information about the appliance.
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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 Legends and signal words
DANGER!
Denotes an imminently dangerous situa-
tion which will result in fatal or serious in-
jury if not avoided.
WARNING!
Denotes a potentially dangerous 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 in-
jury 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
These operating instructions describe a hand-
guided cordless hedge trimmer.
2.1 Intended use
The appliance is intended to remove thin branch-
es and new growth of hedges and bushes from
the ground. The user must stand firmly on the
ground (08).
The branches to be cut off should be not more
than 16 mm.
The hedge trimmer may be used only with the fol-
lowing components:
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Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries – B50 Li,
Item No. 113559
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Charging unit – C30 Li, item no. 113560 /
TC30 Li, item no. 113561
This appliance is intended solely for use in non-
commercial applications. Any other use (as well
as unauthorised conversions or add-ons) are re-
garded as contrary to the intended use and will
result in exclusion of the warranty as well as loss
of conformity (CE mark); 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 safety devices are not allowed to be re-
moved or defeated, e.g. by attaching the On/
Off Switch to the grip bars.
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Do not use the appliance in an explosion risk
area.
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Do not use the appliance in rainy weather.
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Do not use the appliance for trimming wet
hedges and bushes.
The appliance is designed neither for commercial
use in public parks and sports facilities, nor for
use in farming and forestry.
2.3 Symbols on the appliance
Symbol Meaning
Pay special attention when handling
this product.
Read the operating instructions be-
fore starting operation.
Wear protective glasses!
Wear ear protection.