Graphite 58G030, Manual

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TRANSLATION OF
THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
CORDLESS GRASS TRIMMER
58G030
CAUTION: BEFORE USING THE DEVICE READ THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY AND KEEP IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
DETAILED SAFETY REGULATIONS
DETAILED REQUIREMENTS FOR BATTERY POWERED GRASS
TRIMMERS
WARNING: Observe safety regulations when using the grass
trimmer. For your own and other persons safety read this manual
before starting to work with the grass trimmer. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
• This garden tool is not intended for use by persons with restricted
physical, sensory or mental capabilities (including children) or
persons who have no experience or are unfamiliar with the tool,
unless the use is supervised or carried out in accordance with
equipment use instructions handed over by persons responsible
for their safety.
• REMEMBER. Operator or user is responsible for any accident or
emerging hazards to other persons or surrounding.
Preparation
• When cutting, always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers.
• Always use personal protection equipment, such as protective
glasses and earmuff protectors.
•
Carefully check the terrain where you plan to work, remove all
objects that might get projected by rotating cutting line.
•
Make sure the grass trimmer head is not damaged before each
use.
•
Hold the grass trimmer with both hands and keep the head axis
perpendicular to the ground.
Use
• Cut grass only in daylight or well illuminated places.
• Avoid cutting wet grass.
•
Always ensure you stand firmly on the ground. Be careful on
sloped ground not to lose your balance.
• Walk, never run.
• Do not hand the garden tool over to children or persons who are
not familiar with this manual.
• Stop working when there are bystanders, children or animals in
immediate vicinity.
• Cut only crosswise a slope, never up or down.
• Be very careful when changing direction of cutting.
• Switch off the motor when carrying the grass trimmer.
• Do not use the grass trimmer with damaged shields, body or
without supplied shields.
• Make sure your feet are away from cutting line and switch on the
motor as described in the manual.
• Do not tilt the grass trimmer when switching on.
• Never install metal cutting parts.
• Be careful not to cut yourself with the device for cutting line
length adjustment.
• Make sure the ventilation holes are free from obstructions.
• Make sure you hold the grass trimmer firmly with both hands
before starting up the grass trimmer.
•
Never keep your hands or feet close to moving parts.
• Only authorised persons should repair the grass trimmer.
• Use only spare parts recommended by the manufacturer.
• Maintenance and storage
• Keep all components in good condition to ensure the grass
trimmer works safely.
• To keep the operation safe, replace worn out or damaged parts.
• Protect the grass trimmer against moisture.
• Keep the tool beyond reach of children.
• Use only cutting lines of appropriate type.
Safety instructions for battery
• In case of battery damage and improper use it may produce gas.
Ventilate room and seek medical attention in case of medical
symptoms. Gas can damage respiratory tract.
• Improper operation conditions may lead to battery electrolyte
leak, avoid contact with the substance. In case of accidental
contact, flush the electrolyte abundantly with water. In case of
contact with eyes, additionally seek medical attention. Leaked
electrolyte may cause eye irritation or burns.
• Do not disassemble the battery – there is a risk of short circuiting.
• Do not use power tool battery in rain.
• Always keep the battery away from sources of heat. Do not leave
the battery for a long time in high temperature (in direct sunlight,
in proximity of heaters and wherever the temperature exceeds
50°C).
Safety instructions for battery charger
• This equipment is not intended for use by persons with restricted
physical, sensory or mental capabilities (including children)
or persons who have no experience or are unfamiliar with
the equipment, unless the use is supervised or carried out in
accordance with equipment use instructions handed over by
persons responsible for their safety.
• Pay attention to children so they don’t play with the equipment.
• Do not expose the charger to humidity or water. Ingress of
water into the charger increases risk of electric shock. Use the
charger only in dry rooms.
•
Disconnect the charger from power supply before starting any
maintenance or cleaning.
• Do not use the charger when placed on flammable surface
(e.g. paper, textiles) or in proximity of flammable substance.
Greater charger temperature when charging increases risk of fire.
• Check condition of the charger, cable and plug before each
use. Do not use the charger if any damage is found. Do not
try to disassemble the charger.
All repairs should be made at
an authorised service workshop. Improper charger assembly may
cause electric shock or fire.
• Children or persons who are physically, emotionally or mentally
disabled and other persons, whose experience or knowledge
is insufficient to use the charger while following all safety rules
should not use the charger without supervision of person
responsible for their safety. Otherwise there is a risk of improper
use and injuries in consequence.
When the charger is not in use, it should be disconnected from
the mains network.
CAUTION! The design is assumed to be safe, protection measures
and additional safety systems are used, nevertheless there is
always a small risk of injuries at work.
Li-Ion batteries may leak, set on fire or explode when heated to
high temperature or short-circuited. Do not store the batteries
in a car in hot and sunny days. Do not open the battery. Li-Ion
batteries contain electronic protection devices that, if damaged,
may cause fire or explosion of the battery.