NIKKARI SSHH, Instruction Manual

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1.2.4 Precautions at Start-up
The hedge trimmer must only be started and operated by one person.
* Operation by more than one person increases the likelihood of mishandling and
resulting injury.
Always start the hedge trimmer in an open, flat area with the trimmer blade off
the ground.
* Otherwise, you risk injury from falling or hitting the trimmer blade on the ground or
obstacles.
1.2.5 Precautions for Operation
Do not operate the hedge trimmer on insecure footings including a ladder, tree,
back of the truck.
* You could fall off the footing, drop the hedge trimmer or contact the blade by
inappropriately handling it, resulting in serious injury or death.
Do not operate the hedge trimmer using just one hand.
* You could drop the hedge trimmer or contact the blade by mishandling, potentially
leading to serious injury or death.
If the trimmer blade starts moving while idling, do not use the hedge trimmer.
Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a clear, odorless gas that can injure or kill
you. Only use in well ventilated locations.
Always concentrate on your work when using the hedge trimmer.
If you need to do other work or talk to others, stop the engine first.
* Failure to properly concentrate could result in mishandling and resultant injury.
Always use the harness when operating the hedge trimmer.
* Failure to use the harness increases the likelihood of mishandling and resultant injury.
When cutting an overhead hedge, take a break on occasion.
* When operating the hedge trimmer for a long time, your arm may get tired, resulting in
mishandling the hedge trimmer, potentially leading to serious injury or death from in an
injury such as dropping the hedge trimmer.