SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND
EAR PROTECTION
Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
1
Electrical safety
Using an extension lead
Description of symbols
Always use an approved extension lead suitable for
the power input of this tool. Before use, inspect the
extension lead for signs of damage, wear and ageing.
Replace the extension lead if damaged or defective.
When using an extension lead on a reel, always
unwind the lead completely. Use of an extension lead
not suitable for the power input of the tool or which is
damaged or defective may result in a risk of fire and
electric shock.
The power supply for this product should be
protected by a residual current device (rated at 30mA
or less). A residual current device reduces the risk of
electric shock.
If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged,
it must be replaced by a specially prepared cord
available through the service organization.
This tool is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required.
Before you connect the charger to the mains supply
make sure that the data on the rating plate are
identical to the mains data.
Do not expose the hedge trimmer to
rain or wet conditions.
If the cable is damaged or cut, pull
out the power plug from the mains
immediately.
Caution!
- Read the operating instructions
to reduce the risk of inquiry.
Wear eye protection and ear plugs.
WARNING! Read all safety
warnings and all instructions.
Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
The term “power
tool” in all of the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-
operated (cordless) power tool.
1. Work area safety
a.
Keep work area clean and well lit
. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c.
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a.
Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b.
Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is
an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed
or grounded.
c.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
d.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use
an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f.
If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current
device (RCD) protected supply.
Use of an RCD
reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you
are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b.
Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection.
Protective equipment such as
dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or energising
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
e.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g.
If devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
h)
Do not let familiarity gained from
frequent use of tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety
principles.
A careless action can cause severe injury
within a fraction of a second.
4. Power tool use and care
a.
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application.
The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
b.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
c.
Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools.
Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d.
Store idle power tools out of the reach
of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool.
Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e.
Maintain power tools and accessories.
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
tool bits 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.
h)
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe
handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5. 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.
Warning!
• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter
blade.
Do not remove cut material or hold material to
be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch
is off when clearing jammed material. A moment of
inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may
result in serious personal injury.
• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
cutter blade stopped.
When transporting or storing
the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device cover.
Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce
possible personal injury from the cutter blades.
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden
wiring
. Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could
give the operator an electric shock.
• Keep the cable out of the cutting zone.
During
operation the cable may be covered by hedges and cut
through by accident.
Please read this safety information and the directions for use
carefully and be sure to follow the instructions to the letter.
1. Always remove the power plug from the socket-outlet
before you perform any work on the hedge trimmer, e.g.
- repairing a damaged cable
- cleaning the blades
- troubleshooting
- cleaning and maintenance
or before leaving the tool unattended.
2. The hedge trimmer can cause serious injuries! Read the
directions for use carefully in order to acquaint yourself
with the correct way to handle, set up, service, start and
put down the machine. Familiarize yourself with all the
machine’s control elements and its proper use.
