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HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
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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.
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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.
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Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the cutter
blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Cutter blades contacting a
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give
the operator an electric shock.
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Keep cable away from cutting area.
During operation the cable may be hidden
in shrubs and can be accidentally cut by the blade.
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Perform visual inspection on the hedge being trimmed.
To ensure no wire
fences or foreign objects that the hedge trimmer may contact during operation.
This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Recommendations for the use of a residual current device
with a rated residual
current of 30mA or less.
Using an Extension Lead
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.
It is recommended that the extension lead is a maximum of 25m in length. Do Not use
multiple extension leads.
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Before use check the supply and extension cord for signs of damage or aging. If
the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE
SUPPLY. Do not use the Hedge Trimmer if the cord is damaged or worn.
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Keep extension cord away from cutting blades.
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Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
Hedge Trimmer.
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Avoid using the Hedge Trimmer, while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.
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Use the Hedge Trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Never operate the Hedge Trimmer with damaged guards or without guards in place.
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