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operations different from intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
2.5
Service
a. Please use a qualified expert who uses
original replacement parts to repair
your power tool.
This will ensure proper
functioning of the power tool.
3. Additional safety warnings
Please note the included General
Safety Notes and the following
safety notes to avoid malfunctions,
damage or physical injury:
• Make sure the voltage corresponds to
the type label on the unit.
• Persons with limited physical, sensorial
or mental abilities are not allowed to
use the unit.
• Keep bystanders out of the working
area. Do not leave the hedge trimmer
unattended after use.
• Use the hedge trimmer only for the
intended use to cut leaves, bushes,
shrubs and hedges. Do not cut thick
branches or similar material.
• Do not use the hedge trimmer near
flammable liquids or gases.
• The unit is not designed for continuous,
professional use.
• Do not expose the hedge trimmer to
rain. Do not operate the trimmer in
damp or wet locations and do not cut
wet foliage. Do not work in the dark.
• Before using, check the hedge trimmer
for any damaged parts and do not use
the trimmer if damages are detected.
• Operate the hedge trimmer with the
mounted hand protection
(10)
only.
• Keep the hedge trimmer firmly with
both hands and hold the trimmer only
on the handle.
• Wear suitable clothing and use safety
glasses, safety gloves and ear
protection.
• Make sure to have a safety stand when
operating the trimmer. When using
ladder or scaffold, make sure the
stands are stable and cannot topple
over. Always keep yourself balanced
when cutting with the hedge trimmer.
• Make sure the power cord cannot get
into the cutting area. Keep the cord
away from oil, heat and sharp edges.
• Never carry the hedge trimmer by the
cord and always grasp the plug to
unplug from the wall socket. Carry the
hedge trimmer by the handle when the
blades are idle. Always fit the blade
protection when carrying or storing the
hedge trimmer. Careful handling with
the trimmer reduces the risk of injury.
• Do not pull the trimmer by the cord.
Make sure the power cord cannot get
caught in any way.
• When cleaning, maintaining and not in
use always switch off and disconnect
from power mains.
• Use only extension cables which are
approved for outdoor operation. Use
approvable extension cable with a cable
quality of H07RN-F; 3x1.5 mm
2
. Ask
your electrician.
• For using the unit, we recommend the
use of an RCD with a tripping residual
current < 30 mA. In Switzerland the
utilisation of an RCD is obligatory.
• The blades are very sharp. Do not touch
the blades during use and keep fingers,
hair, clothing and similar objects away
from the blades.
• Do not attempt to remove cut material
from the blades or to hold material to be
cut when the blades are running.
Remove jammed material from the
blades after switching off and unplug-
ging. A moment of inattention while
operating the hedge trimmer may result
in serious personal injury.
• Keep the blades always sharp and
clean. Replace defective or completely
worn blades with original parts only.
• Do not force the trimmer while cutting.
Allow the hedge trimmer to work at the
rate for which it was designed.
• Have sufficient rests!
• Should the unit become damaged or
any part need to be replaced, do not use
it and have it repaired by a professional
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