Safety
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e)
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f)
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g)
Use the power tool, accessories and fitted tools etc. in accordance with
these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different from
those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
a)
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
Safety instructions for hedge trimmers
a)
Keep all body parts away from the cutter. When the cutter is moving, do
not try to remove clippings or hold the material to be cut. Only remove
trapped clippings when the device is switched off. A single moment of
inattentiveness when using the hedge trimmer can result in serious
injury.
b)
When the cutter is at a standstill, carry the hedge trimmer by the
handle. Always fit the protective cover when transporting or storing
the hedge trimmer. Handle the hedge trimmer with care to minimise
the risk of injury caused by the cutter.
c)
Only hold the power tool by the insulated handle surfaces as the cutter
may come into contact with hidden power lines or the tool’s own mains
cord. If the cutter comes into contact with a voltage-carrying line, the
device’s metallic parts may be energised, resulting in an electric shock.
d)
Keep the cable away from the cutting area
. When working, the cable may
become hidden in the shrubbery or be accidentally severed.
e)
Check the hedge for hidden objects, e.g. wire fences.
f)
We recommend using a fault-current circuit breaker with a release
current of 30 mA or less.
g)
Use both hands to correctly hold the hedge trimmer.
