AL-KO HTA 2050, Manual

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Safety instructions relating to operation
6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RELATING
TO OPERATION
WARNING!
Risk due to electromagnetic field
This power tool produces an electromag-
netic field during operation. Under certain
circumstances, this field may impair ac-
tive or passive medical implants.
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In order to reduce the risk of serious
or fatal injury, we recommend that
any persons fitted with medical im-
plants should consult their doctor and
the manufacturer of the medical im-
plant before operating the power tool.
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Before cutting, check the hedges and bushes
for concealed objects – e.g. wires, wire fenc-
es, electrical cables, garden equipment, bot-
tles – and remove them.
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Move and transport the appliance so that per-
sons and animals cannot touch the cutting
blade. Before transport, push the protective
cover over the cutting blade.
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During the work, do not hold the branches to
be cut off.
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Before removing jammed branches, switch
off the appliance and wait until the cutting
blade has come to a standstill.
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Remove the rechargeable battery from the
appliance and push the protective cover over
the cutting blade for:
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Testing, adjustment work and cleaning
work
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Working on the cutting blade
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Leaving the appliance
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Transport
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Storage
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Maintenance and repair work
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Danger
6.1 Safety information regarding the
rechargeable battery
This section mentions all the basic safety and
warning information to be heeded when using the
rechargeable battery. Read these instructions.
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Only use the rechargeable battery as desig-
nated, i.e. for AL-KO rechargeable battery-
driven appliances. Only charge the recharge-
able battery with the AL-KO charging unit
provided.
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Only unpack the new rechargeable battery
from the original packaging when it is to be
used.
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Fully charge the rechargeable battery before
using it for the first time and always use the
specified charger. Comply with the details
given in these instructions for use for
charging the rechargeable battery.
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Do not use the rechargeable battery in envi-
ronments where there is a potential risk of
explosion and/or fire.
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Do not expose the rechargeable battery to
moisture and humidity when in use with the
appliance.
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Protect the rechargeable battery from heat,
oil and fire to prevent it being damaged so no
vapours and electrolyte liquids can escape.
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Do not subject the rechargeable battery to
impacts or throw it.
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Do not use the rechargeable battery when
soiled or wet. Before use, clean and dry the
rechargeable battery with a dry, clean cloth.
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Do not open, dismantle or crush the re-
chargeable battery. There is a danger of
electric shock and short-circuit.
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This rechargeable battery must not be used
by unauthorised persons unless they are su-
pervised by a person responsible for their
safety or have been instructed on how to use
the rechargeable battery. Unauthorised per-
sons include, for example:
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Persons (including children) with limited
physical, sensory or mental aptitude
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Persons who have no experience and/or
knowledge of the rechargeable battery.
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Children must be supervised and instructed
so they do not play with the rechargeable
battery.
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Do not leave the rechargeable battery perma-
nently in the charger. For prolonged storage,
remove the rechargeable battery from the
charger.
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When not in use, remove the rechargeable
batteries from the operated appliances.
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Dry the unused rechargeable battery and
store in a closed place. Protect from heat and
direct sunlight. Unauthorised persons and
children must not have access to the re-
chargeable battery.