IMPORTANT !
The machine is only designed for cutting branches
and twigs.
Never use a machine that has been modified in any
way from its original specification.
Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have
drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that
could affect
your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.
Wear personal protective equipment. See
instructions under the heading ”Personal protective
equipment”.
Never use the machine in extreme weather
conditions such as severe cold, very hot and/or
humid climates.
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the
checks, maintenance and service instructions
described in this manual. Some maintenance and
service measures must be carried out by trained
and qualified specialists.
See instructions under the heading Maintenance.
All covers and guards must be fitted before starting.
Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are
undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock.
WARNING! This machine
produces an
electromagnetic field during
operation.
This field may under some
circumstances interfere with
active or passive medical
implants. To reduce the
risk of serious or fatal injury, we
recommend persons with
medical implants to consult their
physician and the medical
implant manufacturer before
operating this machine.
WARNING! Running an engine in
a confined or badly ventilated
area can result in death due to
asphyxiation or carbon
monoxide poisoning.
WARNING! Never allow children
to use or be in the vicinity of the
machine. As the machine is
equipped with a spring-
loaded stop switch and can be
started by low speed and force
on the starter handle, even small
children under some
circumstances can produce the
force necessary to start the
machine. This can mean a risk of
serious personal injury.
Therefore remove the spark plug
cap when the machine is not
under close supervision.
WARNING! Faulty blades can
increase the risk of accidents.
Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT !
Incorrect or careless use of a hedge trimmer can
turn it into a dangerous tool that can cause serious
or even fatal injury. It is extremely important that you
read and understand the contents of this operator’s
manual.
You must use approved personal protective
equipment whenever you use the machine.
Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the
risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if
an accident does happen.
Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right
equipment
WARNING! Listen out for
warning signals
or shouts when you are wearing
hearing protection. Always
remove your hearing
protection as soon as the engine
stops.
HEARING PROTECTION
Wear hearing protection that
provides adequate noise
reduction.
