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SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how to
use your hedge trimmer.
1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the tool’s applications, limitations, and
possible hazards.
2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. DO NOTuse in wet or damp areas
or expose to rain.
3. DO NOT use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
4. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE. NEVER allow children near the tool.
5. DRESS FOR SAFETY. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewellery (rings, watches) when operat-
ing tool. They can get caught and draw you into moving parts.
6. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION and hearing protection.
7. ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electric outlet when making adjustments, changing parts or
cleaning.
8. AVOID ACCIDENTAL START-UPS. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the
power cord.
9. DO NOT abuse the power cord. Do not use it to carry the tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or
moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately; they may create a shock or fire hazard.
10. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to OFF. Do not leave the tool until it
has come to a complete stop.
11. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order.
13. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage, or any other condi-
tions that may affect the tool’s operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before
use.
14.KEEP THE HANDLE DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Do not use solvents, brake fluids, gasoline, or other petroleum products to clean the tool, they may
damage plastic parts.
WARNING:
TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE HEDGE TRIMMER
UNTIL THE FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
A hedge trimmer can throw foreign objects into your eyes which could cause permanent
eye damage. ALWAYS wear safety goggles (not glasses). Ordinary eyeglasses have only
impact-resistant lenses...they are NOTsafety goggles.
