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20
Denotes risk of personal
injury or damage to the tool.
Symbols :
Read the instructions
carefully and be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the
equipment.
Pay attention that bystanders are
not injured through foreign
objects thrown from the machine.
Keep bystanders a safe distance
away from the machine.
Keep your hands and feet away
from sharp parts.
Switch off and remove plug from
mains before adjusting, cleaning
or if the cable is entangled
and before leaving the trimmer
unattended for any period. Keep
the supply flexible cord away from
the cutting line.
Do not work in the rain or leave
the trimmer outdoors whilst it is
raining.
Beware of thrown or flying objects
to bystanders.
Keep bystanders a safe distance
away from the machine.
DANGER !
stop tool delayed!
Avoid putting your hands and feet
in the work area
As the cutting line does not stop!
Wear safety glasses or goggles
when operating this appliance.
Wear suitable ear protectors when
operating this appliance.
Wear protective gloves.
In accordance with essential
applicable safety standards of
European directives
This appliance is double insulated;
therefore no earth wire is required.
Always check that the power
supply corresponds to the voltage
on the rating plate.
Additional safety instructions for
grass trimmers
Warning! Cutting elements continue to rotate after
the motor is switched off.
u Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the appliance.
u Before use, check the power supply cord and
extension cord for signs of damage, ageing and
wear. If a cord becomes damaged during use,
disconnect the cord from the mains supply
immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD
BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
u Do not use the appliance if the cords are
damaged or worn.
u Wear stout shoes or boots to protect your feet.
u Wear long trousers to protect your legs.
u Before using the appliance, check that your
cutting path is free from sticks, stones, wire and
any other obstacles.
u Only use the appliance in the upright position,
with the cutting line near the ground. Never
switch the appliance on in any other position.
u Move slowly when using the appliance. Be aware
that freshly cut grass is damp and slippery.
u Do not work on steep slopes. Work across the
face of slopes, not up and down.
u Never cross gravel paths or roads while the
appliance is running.
u Never touch the cutting line while the appliance is
running.
u Do not put the appliance down until the cutting
line has come to a complete standstill.
u Use only the appropriate type of cutting line.
Never use metal cutting line or fishing line.