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Specific safety warnings for pole hedge trimmer
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Children may never use the hedge trimmer
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Beware of overhead power lines
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Do not use the hedge trimmer while anyone especially children is in the vicinity.
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Wear appropriate clothing when operating! Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which
could get caught in moving parts. Wearing heavy-duty gloves, non-slip footwear and
goggles.
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Wear hearing protection and safety goggles.
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Always check the hedges and bushes for foreign objects, and keep away from the foreign
objects. If the cutting unit comes in contact with a foreign object, stop the motor and
allow the hedge trimmer to come to a standstill.
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Always hold the hedge trimmer firmly and properly with two hands, rear handle and
padding handle, when operating.
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The hedge trimmer is only intended to be used at ground, do not use it on the ladders or
any other unstable support.
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Before operating the hedge trimmer, always check and make sure the locking devices of
the moving elements (extended shaft pivoting element) are in the locked position.
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Only use the provided shoulder strap, and not wear multiple should harnesses.
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Adjust the shoulder strap to the comfortable length before operating.
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To stop the hedge trimmer in an emergency situation, pull the battery off.
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Always make sure the hedge trimmer is in the proper working position before the more
is started.
Special safety instructions for battery-operated tools
a)
Ensure that the tool is switched off before inserting the battery.
Inserting a battery into
a tool that is switched on may result in accidents.
b)
Recharge the batteries indoors only because the battery charger is designed for
indoor use only.
Risk of electric shock.
c)
To reduce the electric shock hazard, unplug the battery charger from the mains before
cleaning the charger.
d)
Do not subject the battery to strong sunlight over long periods and do not leave it on a
heater.
Heat damages the battery and this is risk of explosion.
e)
Allow a hot battery to cool before charging.
f)
Do not open up the battery and avoid mechanical damage to the battery. Risk of short
circuit and fumes may be emitted that irritate the respiratory tract.
Ensure fresh air
and seek medical assistance in the event of discomfort.
g)
Do not use non-rechargeable battery.
This could damage the appliance.
h)
The recommended ambient temperature range for the charging system during
charging is from 4ºC to 40 ºC.
i)
The recommended ambient temperature range for tool and battery storage is from
0ºC to 50 ºC.
