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tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool’s operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of power tool, taking
into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from intended could result in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced by a quali
fi
ed repair
person using only genuine replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Never allow children to use the machine;
Beware of overhead power lines;
Avoid operating while people, especially children are
nearby;
Stop the engine or disconnect from mains before:
-Cleaning or when clearing a blockage;
-Checking, maintenance or working on the machine;
-When adjusting the working position of the cutting
device.
Where the hedge trimmer is provided with adjustments
to the angle of the cutting device and / or the length
of the handle shaft never hold the cutter blades when
making adjustments to the working position of the
cutting device. Always ensure that the cutting device
is correctly located in a designated working position
before starting the engine or plugging the machine in
to the mains;
While operating the machine be always sure of a safe
and secure operating position especially when using
steps or a ladder;
Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you are
quali
fi
ed to do so;
Do not operate the machine with a damaged or
excessively worn cutting device;
Always ensure all handles and guards are
fi
tted when
using the machine. Never attempt to use an incomplete
machine or one
fi
tted with an unauthorised modi
fi
cation;
Where a hedge trimmer is provided with more than one
handle always use two hands to operate it;
When transporting or storing the machine always
fi
t
the cutting device guard;
Know how to stop the machine quickly in an emergency;
Always be aware of your surroundings and stay alert
for possible hazards that you may not hear due to the
noise of the machine.
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 unit is unplugged
and the switch is off when clearing jammed material.
A moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter
blade stopped. When transporting or storing the hedge
trimmer always
fi
t the cutting device cover. Proper
handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible
personal injury from the cutter blades.
Keep cable away from cutting area. During operation the
cable may be hidden in shrubs and can be accidentally
cut by the blade.
WARNING :
The vibration emission during actual use of power tool
can differ from the declared total value depending on the
ways in which the tool is used; and of the need to identify
safety measures to protect the operator that are based
on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of
use.