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4 — English
Use heavy gloves when operating the hedge trimmer and
when installing or removing blades.
Replace any blade that has been damaged. Always make
sure blade is installed correctly and securely fastened
before each use. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
Never cut any material over 3/8 in. diameter.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while cutting with a
blade. Keep the blade away from body.
Do not use trimmer without front handles in place. Keep
both hands on handles when the unit is in use.
To avoid accidental starting, never carry the unit with the
engine running.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Always stop the engine or motor and remove the spark
plug wire or disconnect from the power supply before
attempting to remove any obstruction caught or jammed
in the blade or before removing and installing the blade.
When not in use, store the product indoors in a dry place
which is inaccessible to children.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this tool.
If you loan someone this tool, loan them these in-
structions also to prevent misuse of the product and
possible injury.
NOTE: SEE YOUR POWER HEAD OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCES. A
double-insulated appliance is marked with one or more
of the following: The words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or
“DOUBLE INSULATED” or the double insulation symbol
(square within a square). In a double-insulated appli-
ance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of
grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-
insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding
be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated
appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the
system, and should be done only by qualified service
personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated
appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.