3.2 PREPARATION
• Before use, check the battery
pack for signs of damage or
aging. If the battery becomes
damaged during use, switch
off the power tool and remove
the battery immediately. Do
not use the power tool if the
battery is damaged or worn.
• Before use, always visually
inspect the power tool for
damaged, missing or
misplaced guards or shields.
3.3 OPERATION
• Keep power cords away from
cutting means.
• Wear eye protection and stout
shoes at all times while
operating the power tool.
• Avoid using the power tool in
bad weather conditions
especially when there is a risk
of lightning.
• Use the power tool only in
daylight or good artificial
light.
• Never operate the power tool
with damaged guards or
shields or without guards or
shields in place.
• Switch on the motor only
when the hands and feet are
away from the cutting means.
• Always disconnect the power
tool from the power supply
(i.e. remove the plug from the
mains, remove the disabling
device or removable battery)
• whenever the power tool is
left unattended;
• before clearing a blockage;
• before checking, cleaning or
working on the power tool;
• after striking a foreign
object;
• whenever the power tool
starts vibrating abnormally.
• Take care against injury to feet
and hands from the cutting
means.
• Always ensure that the
ventilation openings are kept
clear of debris.
3.4 MAINTENANCE
• Disconnect the power tool
from the power supply (i.e.
remove the plug from the
mains, remove the disabling
device or removable battery)
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