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SERVICE
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
HEDGE TRIMMERS
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
• Never service damaged battery packs.
Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorised service providers.
DANGER
Keep all parts of the body away
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal
to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact acci-
eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
•
•
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
Charging im-
from the blade. Do not remove cut
material or hold material to be cut when blades
are moving.
Blades continue to move after the
operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious
personal injury.
•
• 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.
•When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer,
Proper handling of the
hedge trimmer will decrease the risk of personal
injury from the blades.
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•
WARNING
When clearing jammed material or servicing the
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.
Hold the hedge trimmer by insulated gripping
surfaces only, because the blade may contact
hidden wiring.
Blades contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the hedge trimmer
"live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
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.
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to
•Do not use tool while standing on unstable
support.
Stable footing on a solid surface enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
•
• Before starting the trimmer check the work area
for hidden objects, such as wires, fencing, etc.
Striking a solid object could cause loss of control
and serious personal injury.
• Do not start the trimmer with blade in contact
with an object.
Allow tool to reach full speed before
starting the job.
•
• Always remove the battery pack when tool is not
in use.
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•
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
damaged or modified.
Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or
temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause
explosion.
•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.
To reduce the risk of injury, when
working in dusty situations,
wear appropriate respiratory protection or use
a suitable dust extraction solution.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
operator's manual.
Risk of eye injury. Always
wear eye protection, hearing protection, and
protective clothing and footwear. Keep bystanders
at least 4.5 m away during use. Objects may be
thrown or ricochet in all directions. Avoid
accidental startup; do not pick up or carry tool by
trigger. Always remove battery pack before making
adjustments or storing. Do not expose to rain;
store indoors. Use M12™ batteries.
Never cut any material with a diameter larger
than 9.5 mm.
The tool may stall or kickback,
causing a risk of injury.
Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information.
If unreadable or missing,
contact a
MILWAUKEE
®
service facility for a
replacement.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal
injury, and product damage due to
a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery
pack or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as
seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a
short circuit.
Do not charge non-rechargeable
batteries.
•
This tool is intended to be used at ground level and
not on ladders or other unstable supports.
Always use common sense and be cautious
when using tools.
It is not possible to anticipate
every situation that could result in a dangerous
outcome. Do not use this tool if you do not
understand these operating instructions or you feel
the work is beyond your capability; contact
MILWAUKEE
®
Tool or a trained professional for
additional information or training.
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