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SAFETY WARNINGS
Hedge trimmer safety warnings
1.
Keep all parts of the body away from the blade. Do not
remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades
are moving.
Blades continue to move after the switch is turned
off. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer
may result in serious personal injury.
2.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the blade
stopped and taking care not to operate any power switch.
Proper carrying of the hedge trimmer will decrease the risk
of inadvertent starting and resultant personal injury from the
blades.
3.
When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always
fit the blade cover.
Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will
decrease the risk of personal injury from the blades.
4.
When clearing jammed material or servicing the unit, make
sure all power switches are off and the battery pack is
removed or disconnected.
Unexpected actuation of the hedge
trimmer while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in
serious personal injury.
5.
Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping surfaces only,
because the blade may contact hidden wiring.
Blades con
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tacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the hedge
trimmer "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
6.
Keep all power cords and cables away from cutting area.
Power cords or cables may be hidden in hedges or bushes and
can be accidentally cut by the blade.
7.
Do not use the hedge trimmer in bad weather conditions,
especially when there is a risk of lightning.
This decreases
the risk of being struck by lightning.
Extended-reach hedge trimmer safety warnings
1.
To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use the extend-
ed-reach hedge trimmer near any electrical power lines.
Contact with or use near power lines may cause serious injury or
electric shock resulting in death.
2.
Always use two hands when operating the extended-reach
hedge trimmer.
Hold the extended-reach hedge trimmer with
both hands to avoid loss of control.
3.
Always use head protection when operating the extend-
ed-reach hedge trimmer overhead.
Falling debris can result in
serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and all instructions
in this booklet and the instruction manual of the power unit.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING:
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term “hedge trimmer” and “equipment” in the warnings and pre
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cautions refer to the combination of the attachment and the power
unit.
The term “motor” in the warnings and precautions refers to the engine
or electric motor of the power unit.
General precautions
1. Before starting the hedge trimmer, read this booklet and the
instruction manual of the power unit to become familiar with the
handling of the hedge trimmer.
2. Do not lend the attachment to a person with insufficient experi
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ence or knowledge regarding handling of hedge trimmers.
3. When lending the attachment, always attach this instruction
manual.
4. Do not allow children or young persons under 18 years old to use
the hedge trimmer. Keep them away from the hedge trimmer.
5. Handle the hedge trimmer with the utmost care and attention.
6. Never use the hedge trimmer after consuming alcohol or drugs,
or if feeling tired or ill.
7. Never attempt to modify the attachment.
8. Follow the regulations about handling of hedge trimmers in your
country.
Personal protective equipment
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1. Wear safety helmet, protective goggles and protective gloves to
protect yourself from flying debris or falling objects.
2. Wear ear protection such as ear muffs to prevent hearing loss.
3. Wear proper clothing and shoes for safe operation, such as a
work overall and sturdy, non-slip shoes. Do not wear loose cloth
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ing or jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
4. When touching blades or adjusting the blade angle, wear protec
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tive gloves. Blades can cut bare hands severely.
Work area safety
WARNING:
Keep the hedge trimmer away from electric
lines and communication cables. Touching or approaching
high-voltage lines with hedge trimmer can result in death or
serious injury. Watch power lines and electrical fences around
the work area before starting operation.
WARNING:
Use of this product can create dust containing
chemicals which may cause respiratory or other illnesses.
Some examples of these chemicals are compounds found in
pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers and herbicides. Your risk
from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do
this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemi-
cals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
1. Operate the hedge trimmer under good visibility and daylight
conditions only. Do not operate the hedge trimmer in darkness or
fog.
2. Start and operate the engine only outdoors in a well ventilated
area. Operation in a confined or poorly ventilated area can result
in death due to suffocation or carbon monoxide poisoning.
3. During operation, never stand on an unstable or slippery surface
or a steep slope. During the cold season, beware of ice and
snow and always ensure secure footing.
4. During operation, keep bystanders or animals at least 15 m away
from the hedge trimmer. Stop the motor as soon as someone
approaches.
5. Before operation, examine the work area for wire fences, stones,
or other solid objects. They can damage the blades.
Putting into operation
1. Before assembling or adjusting the equipment, switch off the
motor and remove the spark plug cap or the battery cartridge.
2. Before assembling the blades or adjusting the cutting angle,
wear protective gloves.
3. Before starting the motor, inspect the equipment for damages,
loose screws/nuts or improper assembly. Replace if the blades
are cracked, bent, or damaged. Check all control levers and
switches for easy action. Clean and dry the handles.
4. Never attempt to start the motor if the equipment is damaged or
not fully assembled. Otherwise serious injury may result.
5. Adjust the shoulder harness and hand grip to suit the operator’s
body size.
Operation
1. In the event of an emergency, switch off the motor immediately.
2. If you feel any unusual condition (e.g. noise, vibration) during
operation, switch off the motor. Do not use the hedge trimmer
until the cause is recognized and solved.
3. The blades continue to move for a short period after releasing
the throttle trigger or switch off the motor. Don’t rush to contact
the blades.
4. With the engine running only at idle, attach the shoulder harness.
5. During operation, use the shoulder harness. Keep the hedge
trimmer on your right side firmly.
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6. Hold the front handle with the left hand and the rear grip with the
right hand, no matter you are right-hander or left-hander. Wrap
your fingers and thumbs around the handles.
7. Never attempt to operate the equipment with one hand. Loss of
control may result in serious or fatal injury. To reduce the risk of
cut injuries, keep your hands and feet away from the blades.
8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps, roots and
ditches to avoid stumbling. Clear fallen branches and other
objects away.
9. Never work on a ladder or tree to avoid loss of control.
10. Do not hold the machine above shoulder height.
11. During operation, never hit the blades against hard obstacles
such stones and metals. Take particular care when cutting
hedges next to or against wire fences. When working close to the
ground, make sure that no sand, grit or stones get between the
blades.
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