Bosch EasyGrassCut 23, Original Instructions Manual

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for wildlife and pets. Wildlife and pets
may be injured while the machine is in
operation. Thoroughly check the work-
ing area and remove any stones,
sticks, wires, bones and foreign ob-
jects. When using the machine, ensure
that no wildlife, pets or small tree
stumps are hidden in the dense grass.
General Safety Warnings for
Trimmers
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Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specifica-
tions provided with this machine.
Failure to follow the safety warnings
and instructions may result in elec-
tric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
u
Save all safety warnings and in-
structions for future reference.
u
The term machine in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (cor-
ded) machines or battery-operated
(cordless) machines.
Work area safety
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Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-
dents.
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Do not operate the machine in ex-
plosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust.
Machines create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
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Keep children and bystanders
away while operating the machine.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control over the machine. Never op-
erate the machine while people, es-
pecially children or pets, are nearby.
Electrical safety
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The plug of the machine must
match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools.
Unmodi-
fied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce the risk of electric shock.
u
Avoid body contact with earthed
or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refri-
gerators.
There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
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Do not expose the machine to rain
or wet conditions.
Penetration of
water in the machine increases the
risk of an electric shock.
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Never use the cord for carrying,
hanging up or unplugging the ma-
chine. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges and moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords in-
crease the risk of electric shock.
u
When operating a machine out-
doors, use an extension cord suit-
able for outdoor use.
Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the
risk of electric shock.
u
When operating the machine in
damp environments is unavoid-
able, use a residual current device
(RCD).
The use of a residual current
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