STERWINS 3276000376804, Manual

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
17.Prolonged use of the product exposes the user to vibrations that
can cause a range of conditions collectively known as hand-arm
vibration syndrome (HAVS) e.g. fingers going white; as well as
specific diseases such as carpal tunnel syndrome. To reduce
this risk when using the product, always wear protective gloves
and keep your hands warm. The symptoms of HAVS include any
combination of the following: Tingling and numbness in the
fingers; Not being able to feel things properly; Loss of strength
in the hands; Fingers going white (blanching) and becoming
red and painful on recovery (particularly in the cold and wet,
and probably only in the tips at first). Seek medical advice
immediately if such symptoms are experienced.
18. Check the hedge for foreign objects before operation, e.g. wire
fences. Take care that the cutting device does not come into
contact with wire or other metal objects.
19. Hold the hedge trimmer properly, e.g. with both hands if two
handles are provided. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
20. The product should be supplied via a residual current device
(RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
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