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for storage. Do not repair a damaged cable. Replace it with a new one.
Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the product rating label.
Under no circumstances should an earth be connected to any part of the product. This product is double insulated
and does not require an earth.
Cables
Use only permitted extension cables as per HD 516.
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Ask your electrical specialist.
Personal safety
Always wear suitable clothing, gloves, and stout shoes.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to be used and remove all wires and other foreign objects.
All adjustments (turning the blade unit
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inclining the blade head) should be made with protective sheath in place
,
and the Hedge Trimmer must not rest on the blade in the process.
Before using the machine and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
Before using the pole hedge trimmer
,
always make sure that the hand guard provided is fitted.
Never attempt to use an incomplete product or one with an unauthorised modification. Incomplete or modified
products are potentially dangerous and will invalidate your guarantee.
Power tool use and care
Know how to stop the product quickly in an emergency.
Never hold the product by the guard.
Do not use the machine if the protection equipment (hand protection, 2-hand safety switch, protection cover, quick
blade-stop) are damaged.
Do not use ladders whilst operating the product.
Remove the plug from the mains :
- before leaving the product unattended for any period;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the appliance;
- if you hit an object. Do not use your product until you are sure that the entire product is in a safe operating
condition;
- if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check immediately. Excessive vibration can cause injury.
- before passing to another person.