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order to minimize the risk of personal injury, you
must have the device under control at all times
and observe all safety instructions during use. Do
not allow a person who has not been trained or
given instructions, to work with the device.
Notes on use
Read the operating instructions
carefully before switching on the
device.
Incorrect use may result in personal injury
or property damage. Persons who have not
familiarized themselves with the operating
instructions must not use the device. Keep the
manual in a safe place.
Children and adolescents may not use the device.
Always wear a helmet to avoid head
injuries while using the device.
Also wear protective goggles and
ear protection. We also recommend
wearing a face shield as additional protection for
face and eyes.
Wear non-slip work gloves for holding
the hedge trimmer better. Wear sturdy
shoes with anti-slip sole for a secure
footing.
Safety shoes with steel caps are
recommended. Wear tight-fitting
clothing that still allows you freedom of
movement.
Do not use this device or other
powered devices if you are tired,
sick, or under the influence of
alcohol, medication, or other
substances that may affect your
ability or judgement.
A distance of at least 10 meters to the hedge
trimmer must be maintained to bystanders, so
that they are not hit by falling objects or flying
small parts.
Never cut branches over your head.
The severed branches could hit you
and cause serious injury.
Warning!
Do not allow a person who has not been trained
or given instructions, to work with the device.
Before use, make sure that the cutting
attachment is properly installed and secured.
Do not use a hedge trimmer or cutting
attachment if they are damaged or warped.
Replace or repair the components before use.
Make sure that there are no objects near the
hedge trimmer before starting the engine.
Turn off the engine immediately and inspect the
device for damage if it hits a hard object or the
device gets caught. Do not use the device if it is
broken or damaged.
Pay attention to the springback when cutting off
a branch under tension, so that you will not be
injured when the branch springs back.
Turn off the device immediately if it begins to
vibrate or shake suddenly. Check the device
for broken, missing or incorrectly mounted
components or attachments.
Do not smoke near the hedge trimmer and do
not light a fire. Keep the hedge trimmer away
from excessive heat. The engine fuel is highly
flammable and a fire can cause serious personal
injury and damage to property.
Never use the hedge trimmer with articulated
arm without silencer.
Ensure adequate ventilation when using the
hedge trimmer with articulated arm. The exhaust
fumes can cause serious injury or death. Never
start the engine indoors.
Make sure that there are no missing or loose
locks and that the stop switch and throttle levers
are working properly.
If the hedge trimmer gets locked, switch off the
engine immediately. Push the branch or bough
aside and free the hedge trimmer.
Before using the hedge trimmer with articulated
arm, make sure that the blades are properly
aligned. Never align the blades with the engine
running.
Make sure that no fuel leaks from the tank, from
the lid, from the fuel line and the carburetor or
from other parts that could leak fuel. Repair the
device when fuel leaks and make sure there is no
leak.
