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General information and safety warnings
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Read these instructions fully before attempting to use the appliance.
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Never use this appliance in wet weather conditions.
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Maintain a safe working environment; keep children and pets out of
the area.
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Always wear eye protection when operating the appliance.
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Always switch off the appliance before carrying out any maintenance,
cleaning or repair work.
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Make sure the appliance is correctly assembled before first use.
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Before each use carefully check the appliance for signs of damage. If
you notice any defect, do not operate it, seek advice from a qualified
repair person.
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Only work in daylight or sufficiently good artificial light.
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Wear suitable working clothes and closed, solid shoes with a
good grip.
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People unfamiliar with the operating instructions or anyone
under the influence of drugs or alcohol must not operate this
appliance.
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Ensure that your weight is evenly balanced over both feet, especially
when working on slopes.
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Only use the appliance at a walking pace.
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If the appliance starts to vibrate abnormally, switch off the motor and
check it immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of
a fault.
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Do not expose the appliance to humid conditions.
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Do not leave the appliance outside overnight.
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This product 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 the use of the product by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the product.
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Keep all the air intakes and the blower tube free of dust, lint, hair and
other material that may cause a reduction in air flow.
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To prevent the risk of electric shock, protect the battery charger from
rain and moisture.
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Recharge the battery only with the charger provided. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may create risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.
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The supplied battery charger is only suitable for charging the supplied
battery and must not be used for charging any other product.
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Before each use, check the battery charger, cable and plug for signs
of damage. If the battery charger is damaged, do not use it or try to
repair it, instead take it to your local qualified specialist.
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Suitable for outside use only.
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Not suitable for commercial purposes.