Wolf Garten HS 50 E, Original Operating Instructions

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Electric safety
• The power plug of the electric tool must fit
properly into the mains socket. Do not modify
the plug in any way. Do not use adapters to
connect earthed electrical tools.
Unmodified
plugs and matching sockets reduce the risk of
electric shock.
• Protect all electric tools against rain and
dampness.
There is an increased risk of electric
shock, if water enters the electric tool.
• Do not carry or suspend the tool by the power
cable and do not pull the cable to disconnect
the plug from the socket. Keep the cable away
from heat sources, oil, sharp edges and moving
tool parts.
Damaged or entangled cables increase
the risk of electric shock.
• When using the electric tool outdoors, use only
extension leads that are designed for outdoor
use.
The use of extension leads designed for
outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If it is not possible to avoid using the electric
tool in a wet environment, use a fault current
circuit breaker.
The use of a fault current circuit
breaker reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
• When working with the electric tool, ensure that
your full attention is on the task in hand, do not
let yourself be distracted and apply common
sense. Do not use the electric tool when you are
tired, or when you are under the influence of
drugs alcohol or medication.
Even brief moments
of inattention can lead to serious injury.
• Wear personal protective equipment and
protective goggles.
Wearing personal protective
equipment such as dust mask, safety footwear,
hard hat and hearing protection reduces the risk of
injury. Whether this equipment is necessary
depends on the type of the electric tool.
• Avoid inadvertent start-up of the electric tool.
Ensure that the electric tool is switched off
before carrying it or disconnecting/connecting
it to the power supply (mains or battery).
When
carrying the electric tool, do not place your finger on
the switch and do not connect it to the power source
while it is switched on, as this could cause injury.
• Before switching on the electric tool, remove all
adjusting tools such as spanners, etc.
Tools or
spanners left on a rotating part can cause injury.
• Avoid unnatural postures. Ensure that you are
standing on firm ground and avoid a posture
where you could lose your balance.
This ensures
that you will be able to control the electric tool even
in unexpected situations.
• Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelery. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose
clothing and jewelry and long hear can be caught in
moving parts.
Proper use of electric tools
• Do not exceed the maximum load of the tool.
Use the tool only for the intended purpose.
To
ensure safe and efficient working, operate the
electric tool only within the specified power range.
• Do not use electric tools whose switches are
defective.
Electric tools that cannot be properly
switched on or off are dangerous and must be
repaired without delay.
• Before adjusting the tool, changing accessory
parts or putting the tool away for storage,
disconnect the power plug from the socket or
remove the battery.
This safety measure reduces
the risk of inadvertent tool start.
• Store the electric tool outside the reach of
children. Do not allow persons who have not
read these instructions to operate the tool.
When operated by inexperienced persons, electric
tools can be very dangerous.
• Handle the electric tool with care and service it
regularly. Ensure that all moving parts can work
properly and are not jammed and regularly
inspect the tool for defective or damaged parts
that might impair its function. Have damaged
parts repaired before you start the tool.
Many
accidents are caused by insufficiently maintained
electric tool.
• Keep the cutting parts sharp and clean. Carefully
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
will rarely get jammed and are easier to operate.
• When using the electric tool, the accessories
and replacement parts, strictly adhere to the in-
structions in this manual. Take into account the
actual working conditions and the task in hand.
The use of electric tools for purposes other than the
intended can lead to dangerous situations.