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The relevant accident prevention regulations for the
operation as well as the other generally acknowledged
occupational medicine and safety rules must be complied
with.
Any other use is deemed not to be use as prescribed. The
manufacturer is not liable for any type of damage resulting
from this: the user bears the sole risk.
Arbitrary modifications on the hedge shears exclude a
liability of the manufacturer for damages of all kinds
resulting from it.
The hedge shears shall only be assembled, used and
maintained by persons who are familiar with it and
instructed about the risks. Repair works may only be carried
out by us or by a customer service agent nominated by us.
The machine may not be used in a potentially explosive
environment or be exposed to the rain.
Metallic parts (wires etc.) have unconditionally to be
removed from the material to be cut.
Residual risks
Even if used properly, residual risks can exist even if the
relevant safety regulations are complied with due to the design
determined by the intended purpose.
Residual risks can be minimised if the “Safety information” and
the “Intended usage” as well as the whole of the operating
instructions are observed.
Observing these instructions, and taking proper care, will
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Injury by catapulted workpiece parts.
Breaking or catapulting of knife pieces.
Risk from electricity, by using non-standard electrical
connections.
Touching live parts of opened electrical components.
Impairment of hearing when working on the machine for
longer periods of time without ear protection.
In addition, in spite of all the precautionary measures taken,
non-obvious residual risks can still exist.
Safe working
Before commissioning this product, read and keep to
the following advice. Also observe the safety provisions
applicable in the respective country, in order to protect
yourself and others from possible injury.
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Pass the safety instructions on to all persons who work
with the machine.
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Keep these safety instructions in a safe place.
Make yourself familiar with the equipment before using it, by
reading and understanding the operating instructions.
Do not use the machine for unsuitable purposes (see
'Normal intended use').
Avoid abnormal posture. Provide a safe standing position
and keep at any time the balance.
Be observant. Attend to what you do. Start working with
rationality. Do not use the device when you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicaments. One
moment of carelessness when using the device can result in
serious injuries.
Wear suitable work clothes:
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do not wear loose-fitting clothes or jewellery; they can
catch in moving parts.
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Gloves and slip-proof shoes
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wear a hair-net if your hair is long
Wear protective clothing:
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eye protection
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ear protection
Keep your workplace in an orderly condition! Untidiness
can result in accidents.
Take into consideration environmental influences:
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Do not expose the hedge shears to the rain.
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Do not use the hedge shears in humid or wet
environment.
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Do only work with sufficient visibility conditions
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Do not use the hedge shears near inflammable liquids
or gases.
Never leave the hedge shears unattended.
Persons under 18 are not allowed to operate the device.
Keep other persons away.
Do not allow other persons, especially children, to touch
the tool or cable. Keep them away from your working area.
Do not overload the machine! You work better and safer in
the given performance range.
Only operate the machine with complete and correctly
attached safety equipment and do not alter anything on the
machine that could impair the safety.
Do not use any knives which do not comply with the
indicated characteristics of this instruction manual.
The use of other tools and other accessories can
signify a risk of injury for you
Switch the machine off and remove the mains plug from
the socket when
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carrying out repair works
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carrying out servicing and repair works, removal of faults
(including blocking of knives)
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Transport and storage
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Leaving of hedge trimmer (even during short
interruptions)
Maintain your hedge trimmer with care:
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Keep the tools sharp and clean to be able to work better
and more safely
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Keep handles dry and free of oils and grease.
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Follow the servicing instructions
Check the machine for possible damage:
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Before continuing to use the machine, the protective
devices must be inspected to ensure that they work
perfectly and with their intended function
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Check whether the movable parts function perfectly
and do not stick or whether the parts are damaged. All