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• Do not carry the tool with your hands on the front
handle, switch or the trigger switch unless the battery has
been removed.
• If you have not used a hedge trimmer before, preferably seek
practical instruction by an experienced user in addition to
studying this manual.
• Never touch the blades while the tool is running.
• Never attempt to force the blades to come to a standstill.
• Do not put the tool down until the blades have come to a
complete standstill.
• Regularly check the blades for damage and wear. Do not use
the tool when the blades are damaged.
• Take care to avoid hard objects (e.g. metal wire, railings)
when trimming. Should you accidentally hit any such object,
immediately switch the tool off and check for any damage.
• Should the tool start to vibrate abnormally, immediately
switch it off and remove the battery then check for
any damage.
• If the tool stalls, immediately switch it off. Remove the battery
before attempting to remove any obstructions.
• After use, place the blade sheath supplied over the blades.
Store the tool, making sure that the blade is not exposed.
• Always ensure that all guards are fitted when using the
tool. Never attempt to use an incomplete tool or a tool with
unauthorised modifications.
• Never allow children to use the tool.
• Be aware of falling debris when cutting the higher sides of
a hedge.
• Always hold the tool with both hands and by the
handles provided.
Safety of Others
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
Residual Risks
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc. Even with
the application of the relevant safety regulations and the
implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks can not
be avoided. These include:
• Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
• Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades
or accessories.
• Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using any
tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular breaks.
• Impairment of hearing.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed
whenusing your tool (example:- working with wood, especially
oak, beech and MDF.)
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Chargers
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chargers require no adjustment and are designed to be
as easy as possible to operate.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only.
Always check that the battery pack voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate. Also make sure that the voltage of
your charger corresponds to that of your mains.
Your
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charger is double insulated in
accordance with EN60335; therefore no earth wire
is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by
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or an authorised service organisation.
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
WARNING:
No connection is to be made to the
earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 3 A.
Using an Extension Cable
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use an approved extension cable suitable for
the power input of your charger (see
Technical Data
). The
minimum conductor size is 1 mm
2
; the maximum length
is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely.
Important Safety Instructions for All Battery
Chargers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
This manual contains important
safety and operating instructions for compatible battery
chargers (refer to
Technical Data
).
• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on charger, battery pack, and product using
battery pack.
WARNING:
Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get
inside charger. Electric shock may result.
WARNING:
We recommend the use of a residual current
device with a residual current rating of 30mA or less.
CAUTION:
Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury,
charge only
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rechargeable batteries. Other types of
batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
CAUTION:
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
