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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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Do not overreach or stand on unstable support.
Keep good footing and balance at all times. Do not
use on ladder.
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Do not force the hedge trimmer. It will do the job
better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the
rate for which it was designed.
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Release the trigger, allow the motor to stop,
and remove the battery pack before performing
maintenance, repair, or making adjustments.
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This hedge trimmer is to be used for cutting hedges,
bushes, and shrubs only. Do not use for any other
purpose.
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Before starting the unit, make sure the cutting blades
will not come in contact with anything.
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If you strike or become entangled with foreign
objects, stop the unit immediately, remove the battery
pack and check for damage. Do not operate before
repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose
or damaged parts.
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Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
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Maintain hedge trimmer with care. Keep cutting edge
sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease.
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Check damaged parts. Before further use of the
hedge trimmer, a guard or other part that is dam-aged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform it’s intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other condition that may affect it’s operation. A guard
or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by a Authorised Service Centre
unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
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Risk of cut. Keep hands away from blades. Do not
attempt to remove cut material or hold material to be
cut when blades are moving. Make sure battery pack
is removed and the trigger is released when clearing
jammed material from blades. Do not grasp the
exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking
up or holding the unit.
CAUTION
Blades coast after unit is turned off.
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Keep hands, face, and feet at a safe distance from
moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting
blades when they are moving.
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Always stop the motor when cutting is delayed or
when walking from one cutting location to another.
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Keep unit clean of grass clippings and other materials.
They may become lodged in the cutting blades.
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Store the unit inside in a dry place, either locked up or
up high to prevent unauthorised use or damage. Keep
out of the reach of children or untrained individuals.
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Replace blade cover when unit is not in use.
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Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other
liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris.
Clean after each use, see Storage instructions.
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Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
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Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use
them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this
unit, also loan them these instructions.
SERVICE
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Service on unit must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury
to the user, or damage to the unit. It may also void
your warranty.
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When servicing a unit, use only identical replacement
parts. Follow instruction in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorised parts or failure to
follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of
shock or serious injury to the user, or damage to
the unit. It may also void your warranty.
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When replacing the blade the whole blade assembly
should be changed .
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
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Ensure the switch is in the off position before
inserting battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.
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Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
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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 may cause burns or a fire.
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Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from
the battery may cause irritation or burns.
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